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Eilat Residents Blame Stinging Flies for Summer Itch, Not Mosquitoes
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · 14 hours ago
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What happened
Tourists in Eilat are reporting painful itching, but residents and experts say the main culprit is recurring stinging flies, not mosquitoes. The flies are most active in hot, humid conditions, and city officials point to orchards and meat trucks as likely breeding-related factors.
- 01Residents say Eilat suffers from a recurring summer fly infestation.
- 02Experts identify the insects as stable flies that pierce skin to feed.
- 03City officials link the problem to orchards and meat trucks.
- 04The flies thrive in heat, humidity, and decaying organic matter.
- 05Experts advise strong repellent and avoiding open organic trash.
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