City Ash Trees Inspected For Borer Insect
State Has Established Toll Free Phone Number
Updated: 10:35 am CDT April 10, 2007
MADISON, Wis. -- Some local arborists might now be breathing a sigh of relief.A recent survey of 28 ash trees in the city of Madison found no sign of the Emerald Ash Borer, an insect deadly to ash trees, WISC-TV reported.The state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection remains vigilant because the insects have been found 30 miles away in northern Illinois."Probably the most important thing is people just need to stop moving firewood over long distances," said Mick Skwarok, a plant, pest and disease specialist. "Buy (firewood) where you plan to burn it."Infested firewood is a major cause of the spread of the ash borer, officials said.The state has set up a toll free hotline to call if you see a sick tree. The number is 1-800-462-2803.
Previous Stories:
- April 2, 2007: Columbia County Plans To Sell Ash Trees As Some Give Theirs The Ax
- March 28, 2007: Some Search For Ways To Defend Against Ash Borer
- March 27, 2007: Wisconsin Trees Chopped To Avoid Ash Borer Beetle
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