Every home in Scotland warned to close windows at night after sudden weather shift creates ‘perfect storm'
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HOUSEHOLDS across Scotland are being warned to close their windows at night as a sudden shift in the weather creates a "perfect storm".
A mini-heatwave has hit the country for the past few weeks with temperatures soaring to 24C.
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Households across Scotland have been urged to keep their windows closed
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But the sunny spells have come to an end with heavy downpours sweeping in.
And with the temperatures remaining mild, the final week of spring is set to be muggy.
This is the perfect conditions for bugs.
Experts at My Home Improvements have warned Scottish households that the current weather mix is the "perfect storm for insect explosions", the Scottish Daily Express reports.
They also revealed that leaving a bedroom windows open is an invitation to creepy crawlies as "millions of bugs become active during these conditions".
The creatures tempted to crawl inside on warm and damp nights are spiders.
The eight-legged arachnids often takes shelter in dark corners, bedding or even under furniture.
Moths are also tempted inside by bedroom lights which invite them to fly in and circle lamps.
They can also settle into clothes, bedding or even your pillows.
The mixed warm conditions are also perfect for pesky midges to thrive.
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To help avoid an insect infestation, experts have revealed some handy tips.
You can install magnetic or clip-on insect screens across your window to keep the bugs out, along with using blackout curtains to reduce insect attraction.
Keep your windows closed overnight and air the room beforehand.
You can also spray the window edges with natural bug repellent such as peppermint or citronella.
A spokesperson for My Home Improvements said: "With the weather turning both warm and wet, insects are becoming more active, and open windows at night create an easy entry point.
"We always recommend using window screens or restrictors during spring to keep unwanted pests out—especially when lights are on and you're fast asleep.
"We understand people want to keep cool during spring nights. But with the current mix of humidity and rainfall, there's no question—bugs are on the move.
"If you're sleeping with your window wide open, you're also sleeping with your guard down."
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