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Flying ant day 2025: UK households warned to get rid of particular scent from homes - Gloucestershire Live

UK households have been urged to eliminate fragrances ahead of the annual Flying Ant Day spectacle, which is set to sweep Britain and Ireland.
Amid warmer, humid conditions around 25C, Royal Society of Biology told the BBC that swarming varies by weather and garden to garden in July and August.
Good Housekeeping notes that flying ants respond strongly to scent-based disruption, and Adam Pawson recommends using citrus peel and water as a repellent.
Amid increased swarming, the NHS confirmed that ant bites are "generally harmless, although you'll probably feel a nip", and UK households should clean surfaces and wash dishes to deter pests.
In recent days, searches for 'Flying Ant Day' have surged, with experts suggesting sealing windows and dusting airy spaces to prevent insect entry.

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