311Cincy

Service Request Type:

• Tree, insect infestation-ROW

Used to:

• Report insect infestations from public trees in the right of way (street trees, not private trees) for treatment/investigation.

Routes to:

• Cincinnati Park Board

More Information:

• Forestry staff will investigate reports of insect infestation and typically updates caller with findings. Forestry will only treat infestations from the ground. These are nests that typically pose greatest threat of wasp stings to public - those low, and directly above sidewalk, or at risk of being struck by vehicle.

Process:

• 311 will route the request to Cincinnati Parks who will evaluate your request for safety and priority. Staff will attempt removal or relocation as staffing, resources, and weather allows. 

Safety information:

• Approach areas of suspected wasp nests or beehives with caution. Photograph hives from a safe distance. In case of emergency reactions to stings, dial 911.