Rodents Causing Problems Following Hurricane Sandy
Janay RickwalderFriday, February 22, 2013
At the height of Hurricane Sandy, New York City residents
wondered what would happen to the
subway rat population. Some believed the rats would be
displaced by floodwaters and immediately start seeking harborage
and food, while others thought the rodents would likely be killed
during the Superstorm.
However, four months later, these rats are beginning to
resurface and pose problems for businesses and homeowners. Here are
two examples of recent rodent infestations in the city:
- NBCNews.com:
Sandy Rats Drive Family Out Of Home
-
NewsDay.com: Magnolia Bakery Shut Down Temporarily Due to
Rodents
In addition to rats, experts warn flood and storm-ravaged areas
can expect to experience greater contact with bed bugs, termites
and flies due in large part to population displacement, as well as
increased moisture.