A beetle named Emerald ash borer (EAB) has been found in Winnipeg.
Coming from China, EAB attacks and kills ash trees.
A few ways you can prevent EAB from spreading involve:
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- Don’t burn firewood
- Burn firewood where you buy it
- Learn how to identify the signs and symptoms
- Plant a variety of tree species to increase diversity
- Learn how to identify an ash tree
- Over a 10-year period, the City could be at risk at losing 30% of boulevard and park trees that estimate at roughly $37 million.
In 2018, a report highlighting recommended EAB management is expected to come forward for City Council’s consideration.
For more information visit Winnipeg’s website.
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