Press Release: Ticks Can be Active Anytime Temperatures Are Above Freezing  – by Garrett County Health Department

By Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, Garrett County Health Department

After weeks of enduring frigid temperatures and snow, enjoying a warm and sunny day seems like a great opportunity to get out and take in some vitamin D. However, while we enjoy the early spring-like weather, ticks are eagerly in search of their next blood meal. Even in the middle of winter, if temperatures rise above freezing, ticks can become active and hunt for a host.