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'Playground for rats': Chicago crowned 'rattiest city' in America for 10th consecutive year
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-October 21, 2024

'Playground for rats': Chicago crowned 'rattiest city' in America for 10th consecutive year

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Chicago Crowned the Rat Capital for 10 Years Straight!

For a decade running, Chicago’s snagged the crown from Orkin as the ultimate rat playground. Yep, those little furballs are living their best lives here, chewing through everything and causing major havoc! The Windy City outpaced LA and NYC—talk about a rodent rivalry!

Cold Weather = Rat Invasion: What to Know

As winter creeps in, rats are on the hunt for cozy spots, and they’re not shy about finding them in our homes. With their ability to squeeze through tiny spaces and breed like crazy, these Norway rats are ready to crash your warm party. Seriously, they can drop up to 12 babies at once!

Chicago's $14.8 Million Game Plan to Fight Rodents

In response to this furry crisis, Chicago’s dropping a whopping $14.8 million into its "Bureau of Rodent Control" next year. That's a serious budget boost aimed at keeping these pests at bay. More funds mean more ways to kick these critters out and keep our streets clean.

The Rat Race: Top Cities with Rodent Problems

If you thought Chicago had it bad, think again! The top three rat-infested cities consistently include Los Angeles and New York. These urban jungles are all battling a rodent resurgence, so it’s not just Chi-town that needs to step up its game!

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