DIY pest prevention isn't just about quick fixes — it's about smart, lasting strategies that protect your home and family. Here are some practical tips that actually work to keep pests at bay: • Seal cracks and gaps around your home's foundation and windows — pests love tiny entry points. • Keep your yard tidy: Trim bushes away from the house and remove standing water to reduce mosquito breeding grounds. • Store firewood and debris away from your house to avoid inviting termites and rodents. • M

Restorations efforts are well underway at the Prescott Preserve after a fire burned around 100 Palm trees and destroyed wildlife habitats. We spoke to the Oswit Land Trust about what the restoration looks like so far - and we’ll hear from the Palm Springs Fire Department later today about the investing behind the fire. Tube in to our 5 and 6 p.m newscasts for all the details. | NBC Palm Springs