Redbay ambrosia beetle

So, something interesting is happening round here....everywhere all the Redbay trees are dying. I decided to post this on my Blog to all those of you who may have them growing nearby. I know this wood because of the nice board I got from a friend, from which I've made numerous door handles. It's great wood. Where ever I go they are all dead (leaves still on, so very recent) but evidently they will be wiped out across their range because of this Asian beetle, The Redbay ambrosia beetle. What a bummer!!!!!