Warmer weather often signals the emergence of backyard pests, and many homeowners turn to pesticides to banish the bugs. But, spring rains can wash pesticides away from yards into our streams and rivers, where they can kill fish and harm wildlife that eat fish from impacted streams.
Viewer Tip: Remember this: Most bugs are good bugs! Less than 15 percent of the bugs in your yard are pests. If you must use a pesticide this spring, make sure you identify the pest and and the proper treatment. Check the local forecast for dry weather and follow application instructions carefully.
Season: Spring
(Sources: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “Citizen’s Guide to Pest Control and Pesticide Safety.” March 2005. Available from: http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/Publications/Cit_Guide/citguide.pdf)
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