Overview

• The Asian tiger mosquito, a potential disease vector, has rapidly expanded in the Upper Rhine region since 2022, fueled by climate change.
• Municipalities under Kabs now treat over 350 hectares biweekly with biological agent Bti at an annual cost of €250,000, highlighting the growing financial burden.
• Reintroduction of mosquitoes from neighboring areas and abroad has made complete eradication unrealistic, despite intensive control efforts.
• Kehl has adopted a new approach focused on educating and mobilizing residents to eliminate breeding sites, aiming for sustainable management.
• The aggressive, day-active mosquito poses significant health risks and disrupts quality of life, prompting urgent calls for coordinated action.