A plant dubbed the 'horror plant' by the DEC because it causes severe burns, and even blindness, is appearing in Central New York, and has been spotted near Utica and Rome. Giant Hogweed is here.
July 4th can be a tough holiday for pets. The loud noises are sometimes completely overwhelming. Fireworks can also pose a different threat to pets - as a NY pet owner discovered the hard way.
A plant the Department of Environmental Conservation has dubbed the 'Horror Plant' is spreading in Central New York and across upstate - look out for Giant Hogweed.