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DC Sees Post-Pandemic Increase in Rat Numbers

DC Sees Post-Pandemic Increase in Rat Numbers

By Michelle Vassilev November 10, 2022

Rat numbers are increasing across Washington, D.C., as the city recovers from the pandemic, with rat-related complaints more than doubling in the District from 2018 to 2022. The resurgence in rats...

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Washington, D.C. authorities are exploring ways to control the citys growing rodent population, which has contributed to fires, chewed wires, contaminated food and destroyed packaging.

Undeterred by City Efforts, Rat Population Booms

By Elizabeth Douglas August 31, 2018

Despite Washington, D.C.’s ongoing efforts to control its rat population, the number of resident complaints to the city are expected to continue to increase after reaching an all-time high in 2017. The...

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