Spotted lanternflies spread to Rockland County
By: News 12 Staff Aug 11, 2022, 11:57am Updated on: Aug 11, 2022
Spotted
lanternflies have been discovered in Rockland County.
Officials
say the invasive species has infestation sites in Nyack, Orangeburg, and
Sloatsburg.
Have you seen a spotted lanternfly?
The
bug sucks sap and creates black mold destroying all types of trees and is
detrimental to vineyards and orchards.
Officials are asking people to help us Stop the
Spread!
If you find one:
- Take a Picture
- Note the Location
- Send the Picture and Location to
Spottedlanternfly@agriculture.ny.gov