This Louisiana City Has Been Ranked as One of the Most Roach Infested-Cities in United States

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If you're thinking about moving to a new place, it's a good idea to check if the city you're considering has problems with pests like cockroaches. Sometimes, when people are searching for a new home, they forget to think about how many bugs there might be in that area.

Have you ever wondered which city in Louisiana has the highest roach infestation?

According to Pets.org, New Orleans, LA has the highest roach infestation not only in Louisiana but in the entire United States. It's quite a startling statistic, and it makes you wonder what factors contribute to such a prevalence of roaches in the city.

Their website says,'' New Orleans tops the list with more than 41 percent of residents reporting seeing cockroaches. The city is a hotbed for them, too, with water completely surrounding the city, sewage systems dating back to the early 1900s, and temperatures consistently ranging from the 70s to the 90s. Even the small snaps of cold weather New Orleans occasionally sees don’t help. "If you have a population in a building, and the building has heat, it won't matter at all," says entomologist Zack Lemann.''

'' Cockroaches are said to carry more 30 types of bacteria, which can lead to diseases like salmonella and the plague. They thrive in hot, humid, and wet environments and sneak into homes through cracks in sewage systems and walls. Srini Kambhampati, a biology professor at University of Texas at Tyler, said that cockroach development “depends on ambient temperature,” meaning they grow and develop best in controlled and consistent environments, specifically when it’s constantly hot and humid.'' Their website also says.

For many residents of New Orleans, having the local exterminator on speed dial seems like a necessity. If you ever considered a career in pest control, relocating to New Orleans could potentially offer a highly profitable business opportunity. Given the city's geographical position and its susceptibility to sea-level rise, it's no surprise that New Orleans tends to be a humid and pest-prone place to live.

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