An invasion of rats has been recorded in the UK and the USA

Cities in the UK and the USA are suffering from the invasion of rats. This was reported on September 26 by the BBC television and radio company, citing sources.

The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) reports that more than half of its member companies have faced an increase in the number of calls for rat extermination over the past five years. According to the data of the deratization services, their number has increased by 20% over the past two years.

According to the TV and radio company, it is almost impossible to reliably calculate the number of rats due to the peculiarities of their lives. The approximate estimate is 10-120 million individuals.

The article reports that the number of rats has increased dramatically over the past 17 years in several US cities: in Washington — by 400%, in San Francisco - by 300% and in New York — by 160%. The problem is global and affects other major cities such as Toronto and Amsterdam.

Experts have suggested that the increase in the number of rats may be associated with an increase in the average annual temperature, an increase in food waste, deterioration of infrastructure, which creates good conditions for their reproduction, and poor performance of public services.

It clarifies that the usual methods lose their effectiveness. Rats are smart and cautious animals that can avoid new food. In addition, over the years they have developed genetic resistance to many poisons.

According to media reports, experts are already trying to draw public attention to this problem. According to them, it requires an integrated approach to the solution combining modern technologies, improvement of urban infrastructure and awareness of residents.

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The Telegraph newspaper reported on August 5 that a 22-inch (55.88 cm) long rat was caught in the county of North Yorkshire in the north of England. — Ed.). It is noted that the Conservatives blamed the Labor-controlled council for the appearance of the rodent, as it no longer fights the invasion of rats.

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