Video 2: The EAB Could Be In Your Tree!

THE EAB COULD BE IN YOUR TREE: SECOND VIDEO GOES LIVE!

This morning, Councillor Hume released his second video in a three-part series geared to raise awareness of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) beetle that is devastating ash trees across the city—and especially in Alta Vista ward.

The videos are explained here on the Councillor’s blog; each video focuses on a different aspect of identification of the EAB and its effect on ash trees. This second video shows an artist sketching ash leaves, with an explanation of how to determine if your own tree is an ash.

The videos are part of a larger EAB communications campaign, rolling out throughout the summer; Councillor Hume is responding to residents’ requests for further education and awareness-raising on the invading beetle. Using videos (posted on both Youtube and the Councillor’s social media channels) will provide a way for residents to share the information easily with their friends, families, and neighbours.

We encourage all Alta Vista residents to share the videos via email and social media channels. Help raise awareness of the dangers of the EAB, and the options for treatment and containment.

The videos and upcoming PSA materials all direct residents to the web page eab.peterhume.ca, where residents can see the latest up-to-date information about the EAB and what options residents have in protecting their own trees, as well as City trees they may wish to help.

Link to the second video on Youtube: http://bit.ly/EABashleaves