Giant tick alert in Alanya: They've reached the city center

Giant tick alert in Alanya: They've reached the city center

A giant tick infestation has emerged in Alanya due to rising heat and humidity. Citizens report encountering large ticks, especially in parks and picnic areas. Experts warn that these ticks, now even seen in central neighborhoods, pose a serious risk to both humans and pets.

SPOTTED IN THE CITY

Ticks, typically found in rural areas, have now moved into coastal and residential zones. Some residents in Alanya say they've seen ticks in apartment gardens and children's playgrounds.

EXPERT WARNING

Veterinarians and health officials emphasize that people should thoroughly check themselves and their pets after returning from outdoors. Early detection is critical, especially due to deadly diseases like Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) that ticks can transmit.