When you think of rats scurrying around, you might picture big cities like New York or Chicago. But rodent problems are not limited to major metropolitan areas. In fact, they can be found all across the United States, even in places like Colorado.
A recent report from pest control company Terminix has revealed the top 50 cities in America with the worst rodent infestations. While famous cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles made the list, so did one city in Colorado: Denver.
Denver, the capital of Colorado, came in at number 13 on the list of most rodent-infested cities in the country. Fortunately for Coloradans, no other city in the state appeared in the top 50 rankings.
So what makes a city prone to rodent problems? According to Terminix, several factors come into play, including sanitation practices, easy access to food waste, and environments that provide good shelter for rodents.
These conditions can lead to an increase in rat and mouse populations, which can result in property damage and health risks.
The cities that top the list face significant challenges in managing rodent populations, which often thrive in densely populated areas where trash and food waste are readily available.
Here are the top 10 most rodent-infested cities in America, according to the Terminix report:
- New York City, New York
- San Francisco, California
- Los Angeles, California
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Washington, DC
- Chicago, Illinois
- Houston, Texas
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Dallas, Texas
- Atlanta, Georgia
Although Denver ranked 13th, it’s still important for residents to be mindful of what attracts these pests. Keeping food waste properly contained, maintaining cleanliness, and sealing up potential rodent entry points can help keep infestations at bay.
Rodent infestations are more than just an annoyance. They can cause serious property damage by chewing through wires and insulation, and they also pose health risks by spreading diseases.
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This is why cities with high rodent populations are working to improve waste management and control the spread of these pests.
So, while it may be surprising to see Denver on this list, it’s a reminder that rodent problems can pop up just about anywhere — not just in the biggest cities.