Andover To Host Spotted Lanternfly Prevention Info Session

ANDOVER, MA — Spotted lanternflies have been reported in several areas of Andover this summer, prompting a public information session aimed at helping residents respond at home.

Andover Conservation will host a Spotted Lanternfly Info Session on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library. The session is geared toward homeowners looking for practical information about managing spotted lanternflies on their property.

The program will focus on how to identify the invasive pest and what steps residents can take to help control its spread. The event is intended for people who want guidance on handling lanternflies in residential settings, as reports have surfaced in multiple parts of town this summer.

The session will help residents learn how to identify and manage spotted lanternflies. Information will be practical and homeowner-focused, with attention to actions people can take on their own property.

By focusing on identification and property management, the session is designed to be a local resource for residents dealing with sightings or trying to prevent the pests from spreading further.

Those with questions are encouraged to contact the Andover Conservation at 978-623-8632.