Queensland has announced a $24 million boost to combat the spread of fire ants as the invasive species continues to pose a serious risk to public health, agriculture, and wildlife across Australia. Rising Health Concerns The impact of fire ants on human health has become increasingly evident. In March alone, 60 people reported extreme reactions to fire ant stings requiring medical attention, with 23 hospitalized in southeast Queensland. Many victims were stung while doing cyclone cleanup work. “It just shows you what a serious risk fire ants pose to anyone who’s got a job that requires them to go outdoors, … Continue reading Queensland Allocates $24M to Combat Fire Ant Surge After 23 Hospitalizations Post-Cyclone