People sometimes get creative when trying to rid their homes of unwanted pests. Although wasps are beneficial pollinators, they can be defensive of their nests, and there are times when it’s safest to ...

A California man made a homemade blowtorch using insecticide to remove a wasp nest, setting fire to the balcony and injuring himself, fire officials said. The outdoor furniture caught fire at a ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Fire isn’t the only hazard firefighters have faced while battling the Tunnel 5 Fire burning in the Underwood area Skamania County. Tunnel 5 Fire Public Information Officer Eric ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wasps aren’t complete villains, though, because they are potential pollinators and can help with insect ...

Editor's note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension Educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening questions submitted by Dispatch readers.