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13 hours ago
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Metro area city ranks in top 10 for bed bugs across US
A city can be a welcoming thing, with tourists, residents, communities and neighbors all making a place have its own special charm. However, a recent release by pest service company Terminix says Atlanta is not just welcoming to people, but also some creepy crawlies. In their yearly ranking on the topic, Atlanta was was not just among the top 50 most bed bug infested cities in the country, but just shy of joining the top 5. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] That's among 50 cities across the United States. Terminix said Atlanta named the sixth highest city for being a 'bed bug boomtown.' TRENDING STORIES: Peach Pass fee freeze program ends soon, closing temporary amnesty option for drivers GA law gives tenants at a Southwest Atlanta Apartment Complex protections against unsafe conditions A runaway pet zebra has been captured in Tennessee 'We have seen a consistent increase in bed bug control service performed since the 'new normal' post-COVID-19 pandemic," Eric Braun, Terminix Technical Service Manager, said in a statement. The data from Terminix said there appears to be a regional trend in bed bug infestations, 'likely tied to climate, housing trends and travel hubs.' While Philadelphia is the top city for bed bugs in the U.S., top cities for bedroom invasions were split among several regions. Here's the top 10 list of bed bug cities, ranked by how many treatments for the critters were carried out: Philadelphia, Penn. New York City, N.Y. Cleveland-Akron (Canton), Ohio Los Angeles, Calif. Dallas - Ft. Worth, Texas Atlanta, Ga. Houston, Texas Washington, D.C (Hagerstown) San Francisco - Oak - San Jose, Calif. Indianapolis, Ind. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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16 hours ago
- Yahoo
The Bed Bug Boom: Terminix Reveals Top 50 Infested U.S. Cities
MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Just in time for peak travel season, Terminix®, a Rentokil Terminix company, announced today its annual list of the Top 50 Most Bed Bug-Infested U.S. Cities, based on 2024 service data from more than 300 branches nationwide. The results reveal a notable surge in bed bug activity, with cities across Ohio, Texas, Florida, California and Pennsylvania dominating the list – a trend fueled by increased travel, urban density and housing conditions. Philadelphia claimed the top spot for the second year in a row, while New York City (#2) and Cleveland-Akron (#3) both rose into the top five, reflecting continued struggles with these persistent pests. "We have seen a consistent increase in bed bug control service performed since the 'new normal' post-COVID-19 pandemic," said Eric Braun, Technical Service Manager at Terminix. "As travel, social gatherings, and public activity resumed, so did the opportunities for bed bugs to spread, prompting a rise in both awareness and demand for professional pest control services." Top 10 Most Bed Bug-Infested Cities: Philadelphia New York City (+1) Cleveland-Akron (Canton) (+1) Los Angeles (+17) Dallas-Ft. Worth (+1) Atlanta (-1) Houston (+4) Washington, D.C. (Hagerstown) (New to list) San Francisco-Oak-San Jose (New to list) Indianapolis (+2) Tips for Bed Bug Prevention To protect against bed bugs and avoid bringing them home when traveling, Terminix recommends the following steps: Before settling into a hotel or rental: Inspect mattress seams, headboards and nearby furniture for small, rust-colored stains, shed skins or live bed bugs. Avoid placing luggage on the bed or floor while inspecting the room. Upon returning home: Unpack on a hard surface away from bedrooms and place clothing in the dryer for thirty minutes on high heat to spot and eliminate any live bed bugs. If bed bugs make it home: Contain the infestation quickly and avoid DIY sprays. Reduce the severity of the infestation by entering limited rooms while awaiting professional treatment. To learn more about bed bug prevention and Terminix's latest bed bug treatment plans, visit About Rentokil Terminix Rentokil Terminix is the leading provider of residential and commercial services in North America. The company provides health, hygiene, and environment services, and pest management services, including protection against termites, mosquitoes, rodents and other pests. The company is part of Rentokil Initial plc (NYSE: RTO), one of the largest business services companies in the world. To learn more, visit or View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACT: Hannah Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
