Warm, wet weather brings increase in mosquito population

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The warm, wet weather has brought an increase in the mosquito population. Mosquitoes only need about one tablespoon of still water to breed, and the regular rainfall and hot, humid temperatures across New England have created the perfect breeding conditions. Natasha was on WWLP to explain why mosquitoes are breeding faster, and offer tips to protect yourself from their potentially disease-carrying bites.