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Environment Ministry Urges Israelis to Prepare for Summer Pest Season

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First reported by Mako · Jun 23, 2026

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Israel’s Environment Ministry is warning the public to prepare for summer pest season by taking simple preventive steps. It says early action against standing water, poor sanitation and breeding sites can reduce mosquitoes, sand flies, rats, cockroaches and flies, along with the diseases they may spread.

  • 01Environment Ministry warns summer heat and humidity will boost pest activity.
  • 02Public is urged to dry standing water and improve sanitation around homes.
  • 03Early treatment of breeding sites is described as the most effective prevention.
  • 04Pests can spread West Nile fever, leishmaniasis and other diseases.
  • 05Guidance has already been sent to local and regional councils.

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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 23, 2026
Environment Ministry Urges Israelis to Prepare for Summer Pest Season
N12Center · HebrewJun 23, 2026
Environment Ministry Urges Israelis to Prepare for Summer Pest Season

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