Residents of a town say their homes have been invaded by swarms of flies that crawl over them at night. They say they're too scared to open their windows or enjoy their gardens.
Fed-up locals blame a combination of scorching temperatures and the eco-campaign 'No Mow May' for the clouds of flies buzzing around the bustling suburb. Others say fortnightly food waste collections have fuelled the number of bugs breeding.
Mum-of-four Di Drinkwater, 59, said: "They are everywhere at the moment and it turns my stomach. We bought two electric zappers and lavender candles, but it doesn't make any difference - every room you go in they are there.
