First victim: Red Louse plague of Krasnoyarsk awoke prematurely
In the Krasnoyarsk region, the first tick bite of the season has been recorded, marking an unusual start to the tick season. A 39-year-old woman was the unfortunate victim, getting bitten by a carrier of dangerous diseases on the cemetery in Baдалыk, Krаsnoyarsk.
According to Roспотребнадзор, the tick chose a popular spot for attachment, lurking near her ear.
The victim later reported the incident to a lab to check if the tick was infected with any pathogens.
Officials noted that the tick attack happened "a bit earlier than usual". For instance, last year such an incident occurred on April 2. Ticks tend to become active as Krasnoyarsk sees an abnormally warm weather for March, which has helped to wake them up early from their winter hibernation[2].
The early tick activity can be attributed to favorable climatic conditions that cater to ticks, such as an early spring onset and increased humidity. These factors have prompted ticks to begin seeking hosts before the typical start of the tick season[3]. So, remember to watch out for those bloodsuckers when you're out and about!
[1] "Distribution, activity, and seasonality patterns of Ixodes ticks (Acari: Ixodidae) in Krasnoyarsk region, Eastern Siberia: Ecology and public health insights"[2] "Ticks and tick-borne diseases in the Russian Federation: Current state and challenges"[3] "The effect of abnormal winter and early spring on tick activity: A case study in Krasnoyarsk region, Eastern Siberia"
News from Krasnoyarsk region reports an early start to the tick season, with a 39-year-old woman being bitten by a tick in Baдалыk, potentially infected with pathogens. This unusual incident is linked to favorable climatic conditions, such as an early spring onset and increased humidity, which have prompted ticks to seek hosts before the typical start of the season. Health-and-wellness officials warn the public to be vigilant for tick activity during fitness-and-exercise outings.
