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'Tis The Season: How To Get Rid Of Stink Bugs 'Tis The Season: How To Get Rid Of Stink Bugs
'Tis The Season: How To Get Rid Of Stink Bugs It’s stink bug season - if you live in Massachusetts or Connecticut, you probably already knew that. But, do you know how to get rid of stink bugs? As stink bugs make their way into people’s dwellings seeking shelter from the cold winter months, there are things homeowners can do to keep the pests from getting in - and get them out if they do manage to break in. The following is advice from Pests.org, which features online pest control business and method reviews as well as general information. To get rid of stink bugs, try some of these tips: Cultivation - Most stink bug infestations occ…
Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury
Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury It's official -- the Boil Water Alert has been lifted for Danbury residents. But, before drinking that water, there are a few steps that need to be taken, according to city officials. They are advising residents, businesses, food services, schools, childcare facilities, and healthcare facilities to “flush” their water following the lifting of the boil water notice to clear plumbing of potentially contaminated water.  Flushing your building water lines includes interior and exterior faucets, showers, water and ice dispensers, water treatment units, and so on. Failure to do so could result …
Stony Hill Firefighters Find High Level Of Carbon Monoxide In Bethel Home Stony Hill Firefighters Find High Level Of Carbon Monoxide In Bethel Home
Stony Hill Firefighters Find High Level Of Carbon Monoxide In Bethel Home BETHEL, Conn. — Firefighters responding to a carbon monoxide alarm found very high levels of the deadly gas inside a home on Adams Drive in Bethel early Tuesday, according to a Facebook post from the Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Company. Rescue 2 responded to the home off Route 6 at 4:50 a.m. and found dangerous levels of carbon monoxide due to a faulty furnace, the Facebook post said.  Crews ventilated the house, and the homeowner contacted a repairman.  Related story: As Temps Drop In Connecticut, Risk Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Rises "Thank goodness for working CO alarms! If you hav…