The iconic city of Los Angeles is known for its glitz and glamour. But it’s not just the City of Angels anymore—it’s also a city of mosquitoes. Orkin’s 2026 Mosquito Cities List reveals that LA has become the most mosquito-infested city in the U.S. This year has been especially nightmarish for the residents, thanks to a series of heatwaves and an extra-powerful El Niño.
Locals report a year of misery as swarms of bugs infest backyards, turning al fresco into an ankle-biting nightmare. Southern California residents are reporting a difficult year as clouds of bugs infest backyards. This year has seen a significant mosquito infestation, causing a spike in West Nile virus cases and raising concerns that these pests could spread other diseases, including dengue.
