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Team Favorite: The Not So Easy Trick To Getting Rid of Rats (In Big Cities)
Dec 28, 2023
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The podcast explores the challenges of controlling rat populations in big cities like Chicago, Washington, DC, and New York. It discusses the efforts made by cities, including hiring a rat czar in New York. The podcast features interviews with a rat control squad, a rodentologist, and the New York Sanitation Commissioner. It highlights the difficulty of controlling rats due to their rapid reproduction and human behavior. The podcast also explores the importance of understanding rat behavior, estimating rat populations, managing waste, and controlling their food supply.
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- Understanding rat behavior and habitats is crucial for effective population control.
- Effective waste management is vital in controlling rat populations.
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The Dangers of Rats: Disease, Property Damage, and Safety Hazards
Rats are not only unsightly but also pose serious risks to public health, property, and safety. They live in dirty areas and can carry and spread about 55 different diseases, some of which can be fatal. Rats can damage buildings by burrowing in between floors and chewing on electrical wires, causing potential fire hazards. The increasing rat population in cities can be attributed to factors such as global warming, urbanization, and the abundance of food sources like garbage. Controlling the rat population is crucial to minimize the risks they pose.
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