The council issues advice on how homeowners can deal with bedbugs they may find in their homes
A council said it had received an "alarming number" of calls to tackle bedbugs amid fears that outbreaks in Paris could spread to the UK.
Luton Borough Council issued guidance on what people should do to prepare their homes for "treatment": "The pest control service is currently receiving an alarming number of bedbug jobs on a weekly basis."over the issue in France, with many cases focused on Paris. In its post, Luton Council issued advice to homeowners wanting a visit from a council pest control officer.
It said beds must have been stripped with bedcovers placed into sealed bin liners and ideally stored in a bath, wardrobes, drawers and bookcases should be emptied and contents also placed in sealed bin liners. All furniture should be pulled away from walls with pictures and posters taken off walls to allow for inspection.
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