Ticks on the Rise in Tennessee

Ticks are on the rise in Tennessee, with invasive species like the Asian longhorned tick already linked to livestock deaths. High-risk areas include Nashville, Long Hunter State Park, the Great Smoky Mountains, Chattanooga, and Rutherford & Overton Counties — all prime habitats thanks to forests, humidity, and wooded terrain. Experts urge daily tick checks, especially in remote zones, and warn of Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Stay vigilant when you’re outdoors. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ef0c024e629d9a9a