Black flies plague SoCal community — painful bites around eyes and neck reported for humans and animals

Source: New York Post

A surge of biting black flies is sweeping across the San Gabriel Valley foothills — and officials warn the infestation could get worse. Activity is currently high, with biting expected to continue for the next several weeks, according to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District. 4 Often mistaken for mosquitoes, black flies travel in large numbers and can cover long distances.