While there is so much of New York State’s natural beauty to explore, there are also certain areas of our state that you’ll want to stay away from and keep an eye out for. Here at Only In New York, we love to keep our readers informed on all of the latest things that they should be up to date on when it comes to safety concerns and more. Of course, during these unprecedented times, COVID-19 is our greatest concern but if you’re ready to be informed on what else there is to be concerned about, then you’re going to want to keep scrolling to check out what’s dangerously growing in New York!

As if the current COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t already prompted you to further want to stay indoors, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has once again informed residents and the public that they should keep an eye out for rapidly growing plants like Giant Hogweed and Wild Parsnip.
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If you take a look at the latest map and data released by the DEC, you’ll see that Giant Hogweed continues to be quite a literally growing issue for of our state, specifically affecting areas all out around Western New York.
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If you’re unfamiliar with Giant Hogweed, this massive plant is known to grow up to 14-feet tall and if you end up brushing against or breaking the Giant Hogweed plant, it releases sap that when combined with sunlight (and moisture), can actually cause severe burns within 24 to 48 hours!
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Seriously, just look at how tall they can get!
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That’s not all! While you’re keeping your eyes open for Giant Hogweed, you’ll also want to be sure to avoid Wild Parsnip - a plant that when brushed against your skin, can be problematic and cause issues for you if you come in contact with ultraviolet light.
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So, if you stumble upon either of these plants anywhere in New York State, be sure to stay far away from them to ensure that you’re safe!
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