The Maine CDC is urging residents to take steps to prevent tick bites this fall.

According to CBS 13, The agency says Maine sees an increase in adult deer tick activity in late September through November.

Deer ticks can carry the germs that cause tickborne diseases, including Lyme disease.

The CDC says Maine is on track to break records for reported cases of some of the diseases.

Officials say there have been just under 2,000 cases of Lyme disease reported in Maine this year.

Deer ticks are often found in wooded, leafy, and shrubby areas.

Residents are urged to use insect repellents that contain DEET, and perform tick checks after outdoor activity.