Emerald Ash Borer Threat Rising | Austin News

Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

The emerald ash borer is a silent killer sweeping across millions of ash trees, turning healthy giants into brittle hazards in just weeks. First spotted in Michigan in 2002, it’s now reached Texas and is spreading fast — no natural defenses exist for American ash trees. Watch for D-shaped holes, thinning leaves, dying branches, or sap oozing, especially from spring to late summer. If you spot it, report it to the USDA — early treatment might save some trees, but many won’t survive. This isn’t just a bug — it’s an urban emergency waiting to happen. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…