Warmer Winter Could Lead To An Increase In Ticks

As more Northern Nevadans head outdoors this spring and summer, experts say hikers should be aware of a small pest that can cause big problems — ticks.

From trails around Reno to the Lake Tahoe Basin, ticks are active in brushy, grassy and wooded areas throughout parts of Northern Nevada. While Lyme disease remains relatively rare in the state, Northern Nevada Public Health reported 8 confirmed or suspected cases pf Lyme disease.

Continue reading to reading to learn more about tick season, written by Jaden Zelms.

Fox 11: Warmer Winter Could Lead To An Increase In Ticks

Close-up of a small tick on the edge of a green leaf with visible veins.
Close-up of a small tick on the edge of a green leaf with visible veins.

Warmer Winter Could Lead To An Increase In Ticks

As more Northern Nevadans head outdoors this spring and summer, experts say hikers should be aware of a small pest that can cause big problems — ticks.

From trails around Reno to the Lake Tahoe Basin, ticks are active in brushy, grassy and wooded areas throughout parts of Northern Nevada. While Lyme disease remains relatively rare in the state, Northern Nevada Public Health reported 8 confirmed or suspected cases pf Lyme disease.

Continue reading to reading to learn more about tick season, written by Jaden Zelms.

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Fox 11: Warmer Winter Could Lead To An Increase In Ticks

Close-up of a small tick on the edge of a green leaf with visible veins.
Close-up of a small tick on the edge of a green leaf with visible veins.

Warmer Winter Could Lead To An Increase In Ticks

As more Northern Nevadans head outdoors this spring and summer, experts say hikers should be aware of a small pest that can cause big problems — ticks.

From trails around Reno to the Lake Tahoe Basin, ticks are active in brushy, grassy and wooded areas throughout parts of Northern Nevada. While Lyme disease remains relatively rare in the state, Northern Nevada Public Health reported 8 confirmed or suspected cases pf Lyme disease.

Continue reading to reading to learn more about tick season, written by Jaden Zelms.

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Jaden Zelms
When she is not reporting, she is hiking the nearest mountain, walking to a coffee shop or watching an indie film.
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