The communities on alert in the proliferation of the black fly in Spain

The National Association of Environmental Health Companies (Anecpla) has warned of the proliferation of the black fly in Spain after the heat wave.This insect, which is reproduced on the banks of the rivers, can become dangerous for the human being because their attacks have increased in recent years and its bite is very painful.

Madrid, Catalunya, Aragon or the Valencian Community are some of the autonomous communities in which a greater proliferation of black fly whose presence increases due to high temperatures is expected.

The black fly is an native species, but for several years its attacks on humans have increased.The general director of Anecpla, Jorge Galván has explained that this insect "does not pile, but bites in the form of a saw" and that his bite can lead to "infections and allergic reactions" that in some cases may even require the "hospitalization".

In addition, the black fly inoculates in its small doses of anesthetic that allows it to attack without the affected person realizing.Your saliva can cause both allergy and pain cadres in the area.Finally, after the bite, a ranch appears on the skin, which can bleed, and a swelling of the affected area that can last up to a month.

Not scratch

In the case of suffering a bite suspected of being the work of the black fly, from Anecpla they strongly recommend scratching.Doing so can worsen the wound and cause it to infect.

On the other hand, the association recommends apply ice or appropriate ointment and go to the nearest health center.To prevent bites, just dress with clear clothes and avoid walking through areas near rivers or stagnant water deposits.