The Ultimate Wood Heat. Lanternfly meetings set throughout Allegheny Co.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Western Pennsylvania residents can learn how to recognize the spotted lanternfly and help stop its spread by attending one of a series of public meetings sponsored by Penn State Extension in June.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that has spread rapidly throughout Pennsylvania since 2014, threatening the state’s grape, tree fruit, hardwood and nursery industries.

Meetings. The meetings will take place in the following locations (listed chronologically):

• Allison Park: 2:30-5:30 p.m. June 5, Parish Hill Barn, Walter Road.

• South Park Township: 2:30-5:30 p.m. June 7, Buffalo Inn, 3757-3779 Buffalo Drive.

• Plum: 2:30-5:30 p.m. June 9, Boyce Park Four Seasons Lodge, 901 Centerview Drive.

• Pittsburgh: 6-8 p.m. June 12, Frick Environmental Center, 2005 Beechwood Blvd.

• Pittsburgh: 2:30-5:30 p.m. June 14, Pittsburgh Bo-

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This series is aimed at providing residents, municipal officials, park and public works employees and landscape professionals with research-based and accurate information on the impacts of this nonnative pest. Last year, the spotted lanternfly population significantly increased in some parts of Allegheny County, and it’s expected to grow even more this year. This has caused concern among residents about the potential damage to their landscapes and homes.

To address these concerns, green industry extension educator Sandy Feather will share the latest research on the impact of these insects, their management and the steps being taken to limit their spread. Additionally, Feather will provide tips on how residents can help combat the planthopper.

Penn State Extension offers these sessions free of charge, but preregistration is required to comply with venue occupancy limits. Registration deadlines vary by location. To register, visit extension.psu.edu/spottedlanternfly-public-meeting.

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