Ticks in Lower Connecticut River Valley, CT

Ticks are active in Lower Connecticut River Valley, CT and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 100% of reports.

• ✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
• ✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
• ✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
• ✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
• ✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days