[header] How to prevent fire ant stings [title] Watch where you step. [step] Most people get stung by fire ants because they aren't paying attention to where they are stepping. Watching where you walk can help prevent many fire ant bites.
[header] How to prevent fire ant stings [title] Watch where you step. [step] Most people get stung by fire ants because they aren't paying attention to where they are stepping. Watching where you walk can help prevent many fire ant bites.
When you walk, always opt for less than 20 yards (40. 6 m) of ground at all times. It only takes standing on a mound for a few seconds to get stung. [substeps] When walking in an area that may have fire ants, watch where you place your feet. The more you watch where you step, the less bites you might have to worry about. [substeps] If you touch the ant roll debris can stop the ant from biting you. However, take care that most fire ants do not bite the outside of your shoes or clothing. If you want to prevent fire ant stings for a more serious reason, you need to take precautions to prevent them from happening.