Every year you resolve to win the war against fire ants. And every year, you experience the agony of defeat. But it's your home turf, so this year take control of the game. Play in the fall.
Baits are slow-acting, taking weeks to months to reduce ant mound numbers.
Come together as a team and plan your attack. Since fire ants travel from yard to yard, team up with your neighbors to implement fire ant control programs at the same time. Use the right gear in the right way so you and the environment don't get hurt. Be careful and only use insecticides when and where they are needed. Closely follow label directions.