Florida, with its sub-tropical climate and natural environment, is heaven for bed bugs. Now, with the summer months ahead of us, and Memorial Day weekend upon us, bed bugs are everywhere, even in the comfort of our own beds.
Bed bugs seek out people and animals, generally at night while these hosts are asleep, and painlessly sip a few drops of blood. These small wingless insects do a great job at hiding in beds, furniture, and crevices with the help of their tiny bodies and fast-moving pace. Bed bugs will commonly bite on the neck, arms, hands, and face. Small, flat, or raised bumps on the skin are the most common signs of a bite; redness, swelling, and itching commonly occur. Bed bugs are common to houses, dormitories, and even fancy and upscale hotel and resort rooms. And that includes many hotels and resorts right here in Florida, and South Florida.
As expected, tourism booms during the summer months. Therefore, if you are thinking of taking a trip, it is important to keep a look-out for these creepy-crawling pests. Sadly, there has been a recent increase of travelers encountering bed bugs during their stays away from home. It may be wise to regularly check TripAdvisor or other travel-review websites for information and even photos confirming the presence of bed bugs in hotels.
If signs of bed bugs are observed where you are staying, you may need to take extra precautions as you may inadvertently transport bed bugs or their eggs in your luggage and other personal effects. Clothing should be washed with hot water as soon as these items are brought back into the home. Suitcases should be carefully inspected, scrubbed with a stiff brush, and thoroughly vacuumed. Leaving such luggage for several hours in a closed vehicle in full summer sun may render the items bug free.
If you, or a loved one, have been attacked by bed bugs while staying at a hotel, motel or resort, then please contact our office to discuss your legal rights. We do not charge for the initial consultation, and if we don't make a recovery on your behalf then you do not owe us attorney fees. Call us today.
