Spotted lanternfly reports on rise in Allegheny County
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Spotted lanternfly reports are on the rise in Allegheny County.
The invasive species can devastate plants and trees, and vineyards in Pennsylvania have already seen extensive damage.
As of July 11, there were almost 3,000 reports in the county, compared to 102 reports on the same date last year.
These numbers may not be a sign of an increase in the population, but rather greater public awareness.
