MEMPHIS, Tenn. - If you’ve been sniffling, sneezing, or waking up feeling like you’ve caught a cold, you’re not alone. Doctors say fall allergy season has exploded across the Mid-South, and it’s hitting harder and earlier than usual this year.

Local experts say ragweed and mold spores are the main culprits behind the surge in symptoms. And with the region’s mild, dry fall weather, many allergy sufferers are finding little relief.

Memphis resident David Burgess said he’s felt it all season. “My nose is running now. I’ve been affected my whole life,” he said.

Another allergy sufferer, Mark Selzer, told FOX13 his symptoms have gotten bad enough to need medication. “Congestion, cough, drainage… I just came from the doctor to get my prescription now,” he said.

Dr. Dale Criner, chief medical

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