With restaurants closed, rat sightings are increasing across the United States

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning that certain areas across the country are reporting "an increase in rodent activity," as rats search for sources of food other than restaurant dumpsters."Jurisdictions have closed or limited service at restaurants and other commercial establishments to help limit the spread of COVID-19," the CDC said. "Rodents rely on the food and waste generated by these establishments. Community-wide closures have led to a decrease in food available to rodents, especially in dense commercial areas."As a result, rats are scampering elsewhere — including residential areas. Given the circumstances, they may even exhibit "unusual or aggressive" behavior, tRead More – Source

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning that certain areas across the country are reporting "an increase in rodent activity," as rats search for sources of food other than restaurant dumpsters."Jurisdictions have closed or limited service at restaurants and other commercial establishments to help limit the spread of COVID-19," the CDC said. "Rodents rely on the food and waste generated by these establishments. Community-wide closures have led to a decrease in food available to rodents, especially in dense commercial areas."As a result, rats are scampering elsewhere — including residential areas. Given the circumstances, they may even exhibit "unusual or aggressive" behavior, tRead More – Source

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