Holidaymakers’ nightmares are back, but what can we do about it?

This week, mosquitoes are being eradicated on 85,000 hectares, according to the National Directorate General for Disaster Management (OKF), which is responsible for the implementation of the mosquito control programme.

Hungary started fumigation

In the recent period, the tidal surge on rivers in the west and central parts of the country has brought about a massive mosquito boom. Their breeding is also aided by the rise in temperatures, so they can be present in large numbers on the water banks.

The Hungarian National Directorate General for Disaster Management has begun pest control spraying country-wide, including in the capital. There will even be aerial chemical treatments in some counties.

What can we do about it?

The OKF points out that the public can do a lot to reduce mosquito damage. Emptying and covering water containers and barrels around the house is a great first step.

Mosquitoes are considered a harmful pest as they also spread various diseases. It is important to pay attention to prevention. If you have a garden make it birdproof and you can also keep mosquitoes away with certain plants that repel the uninvited bugs.

The natural fragrance of basil, rosemary, lavender, sage and lemongrass effectively deters mosquitoes. The most basic protection is, of course, to install mosquito nets. According to greendex.hu, you can also avoid bites by using different essential oils.

Once the damage is done though, you can apply aloe vera, ice or peppermint to the itchy bite. Avoid scratching the sting at all costs, as it can become infected.