Fire ant season is here, Austin: What you can do to fight them

It’s spring, so fire ants are back to making piles of dirt in your backyard. They also are ready to sting if you get too close.Meet the season with ways to organically rid your yard of fire ants, and also learn how to treat their bites before they ruin what little outdoor time you get during the coronavirus pandemic.Fire ants have few natural predators, so when they find their way into your backyard, it can feel like they take over. Judy Barrett, a local gardening author and contributor