Planning summer in Spain? Keep in mind drought and the pest plague in Catalonia
Catalonia has been suffering from droughts for several months. To make matters worse, a new plague has appeared in the region, involving cockroaches, migratory ticks, and tiger mosquitoes. Experts warn that these insects can be dangerous to human health.
The drought and high temperatures began in April in the southeastern region of Spain. Their effect is the presence of cockroaches, ticks, and tiger mosquitoes. Experts from the Catalan Association of Environmental Health Sector Companies (ADEPAP) warn about these dangerous insects.
The population of these insects will definitely increase in the summer, said ADEPAP Vice President, Andreu Garcia.
The dry and warm weather favours the reproduction of these specimens. Experts reassure that in the specimens studied in Catalonia, no viruses of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, which these insects often carry, have been detected.
In Catalonia, the most common cockroaches are the American cockroach, characterised by its brown colour. Another cockroach commonly found in homes is the German, known as the "russet".
Drought in Catalonia: restrictions in hotels
Undoubtedly, the presence of insects such as cockroaches, ticks, or tiger mosquitoes can ruin a stay in Catalonia. However, that's not the only issue.
Spanish television Telecinco reports that due to the increasingly severe drought, many municipalities are announcing that they will introduce restrictions on water use.
In April, local authorities approved regulations that allow for the introduction of water use restrictions in hotel facilities. However, the authorities in Barcelona declare that they will make efforts to ensure these restrictions are not necessary.
