John:
I'm no bug expert, but if these bugs weren't in the timbers then maybe the wet wood attracted them. If they were in the wood then maybe the wet wood drove them out. In either case why wouldn't you separate them from your other timbers? If they are being driven out by the rain or by you or your exterminator then they will be looking for someplace to go. I'm sure you don't want them in your other timbers, do you?
Separate, exterminate your bugs, dry, and keep dry your timbers. As was stated before only wet wood rots. Good luck, Jim
PS. let us know how you made out.

[This message has been edited by J Rogers (edited 08-02-2001).]

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