Asian Longhorn Beetle (ALB) Infestation in Boston

ALB Update - September 3rd, 2010

On July 3, 2010 USDA/APHIS agriculture officials confirmed the presence of Asian Longhorned Beetle on the grounds of Faulkner Hospital. Five infested red maple trees were identified initially and one additional infested red maple was identified on July 5, 2010. Residents of the ALB regulated area established within Suffolk and Norfolk counties are asked to refrain from moving firewood and wood debris outside the regulated area. Report suspects Asian Longhorned Beetles to 866-702-9938.

Number of ALB infested trees confirmed in the Boston project area: 6
Number of ALB infested trees removed: 6
Total number of trees surveyed in the Boston program area to date: 22,570
Square miles under regulation: 9.58

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