During the cold weather months, many of us have fireplaces that enhance the atmosphere in our homes, in addition to providing heat. Collecting firewood is an important aspect of having a one. However, use caution with your source, as it may introduce invasive pests.

In recent years, several invasive insects have entered our county and caused significant damage to trees. They arrive in imports, often from plants or packing material. These pests escape and can do much harm to our native trees. Collecting firewood from an infested area and transporting it elsewhere could introduce these harmful insects to unaffected areas.

The Asian long-horned beetle attacks hardwood trees. It has a black, shiny body with white spots and long antennae. It lays its eggs in trees, and the larvae consume the

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