Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful…

Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
(A) The government has therefore employed authorities to conduct fumigations, as the situation continues to escalate.
(B) Despite efforts to contain the situation, the bed bugs have infested public transport, popular tourist destinations, and even airports.
(C) Paris, a global tourist destination, has recently faced a troubling resurgence of bed bugs across various neighborhoods and popular attractions in the city.
(D) This outbreak has raised concerns not only among residents but also tourists, many of whom worry that the pests could travel with them back to their countries.
(E) Experts suggest that international travel and dense urban environments have facilitated the rapid spread of this infestation.
(F) Furthermore, bed bugs have become a common sight in metros and airports, making control measures even more challenging.

Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement?