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Rats are a growing problem in Singapore. Here are the hotspots and what’s being done

CNA Insider June 4, 2024

Twice recently, as Shantel Lim was jogging near her home, she got quite a shock when a rat scuttled past in front of her. Besides the shock, she felt a little anxious about being bitten. “I’d have to go to hospital immediately, as (rats) carry many pathogens, viruses … and bacteria,” said the 24-year-old. It …

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Students uprooted repeatedly from Winter Hill sound a call for better (and rat-free) buildings

Cambridge Day June 4, 2024

“A rodent-free building” was on a wish list presented to the School Committee on May 20, based on a survey run by the building’s eighth graders. “The rats, I’ve seen it firsthand,” said a student presenter. “It’s really disgusting. They scurry across the classroom floors.” …

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Morris Heights mother says rodent infestation is harming her children

News 12 June 4, 2024

Anastasia Washington tells News 12 that she’s lived at her Morris Heights apartment since only March, but that the problems found her right away – starting off with a rogue lizard in the home. “It started with a lizard, then roaches, then mice, and then a rat,” said Washington. Washington called 911 after her daughter, …

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