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One of the downsides to winter being over and milder temperatures arriving in New Hampshire and New England, is that this time of year, you need to worry about ticks.

Hopefully we don't have something this terrifying happen.

They're only about a millimeter long, and about to dig in fiercely here in the Granite State.

Below zero temps this winter, and mid April snow are no match for one of nature's biggest nuisances.

You and your furry pals may be enjoying the mild weather we've been having, but beware of ticks.

Summer isn't even officially here yet, but obviously someone forgot to tell the ticks.

(Concord, NH) - The New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services is urging residents to take precautions against multiple diseases carried by ticks.

So what's the best way to avoid ticks?

Unlike Lyme disease, which can take a day or two to spread, researchers say Powassan can probably be transmitted in less than an hour. And it's deadly.

A cold winter means a higher tick population in New England, and learning how to properly remove them is crucial to avoid Lyme disease.