Waterville holds demonstration on removal of browntail moth nests

Waterville reportedly has more than 500 properties or individual trees in need of treatment for the invasive species, which can cause severe rashes and respiratory problems in humans and destroy trees.

Browntail moth workshop set for Wednesday in Waterville

City Councilor Thomas Klepach, D-Ward 3, to demonstrate how to remove browntail moth nests from trees and dispose of them properly, at workshop outside the Waterville Public Library.

Rash-causing browntail moth spreading due to warming, scientists find

A forest pest that bedevils Maine residents and tourists with hairs that cause an itchy rash appears to be spreading due to warming temperatures.

Waterville prepares to treat city land for browntail moths

Data show infestations of the browntail moth in various parts of the city, including along Quarry Road; neighborhoods on the west side of First Rangeway; at Veterans Memorial Park, near downtown; and near Waterville Junior High School.

Bill addressing browntail infestation advances

State urges removing browntail moth webs this winter to prevent species spread

Maine Forest Service says the invasive species has spread this year to areas of the state never before reached.

Browntail moths so annoying they now have their own month

The state is using the month to encourage residents to use the moth's dormant season to help slow their spread in Maine.

Survey: Waterville residents report severe browntail moth infestations

City Councilor Thomas Klepach, D-Ward 3, updates other councilors recently on efforts to identify where infestations are occurring in spring and summer and help residents mitigate problem.

Maine lawmakers look to take on voracious browntail moths

New bill would fund more experts and programs to combat the invasive bug that strips trees and causes people to itch all over.

Waterville survey seeks browntail moth information from residents

Notices mailed over the weekend ask city residents to complete online survey about the invasive species to identify and try to mitigate problem areas.