Emerald ash borer now confirmed in Columbiana County

REYNOLDSBURG

Ohio Department of Agriculture officials have confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer in Columbiana and Guernsey counties.

Residents are being urged to use caution when transporting firewood to help protect against the artificial spread of this and other insect pests.

Officials recommend Ohioans continue to exercise caution when moving ash and other woody materials.

Residents are encouraged to buy and burn local firewood.

A federal quarantine for Ohio, enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, remains in effect.

This quarantine makes it illegal to transport ash trees, parts of ash trees and all hardwood firewood out of Ohio.