Oh, rats! As New Yorkers emerge from pandemic, so do rodents
The deepest fears of some New Yorkers are crawling to the surface as the metropolis continues its recovery from the pandemic.
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The deepest fears of some New Yorkers are crawling to the surface as the metropolis continues its recovery from the pandemic.
They crawled to the surface as the coronavirus pandemic roiled New York City, scurrying out of subterranean nests into the open air, feasting on a smorgasbord of scraps in streets, parks and mounds of curbside garbage. As diners shunned the indoors for outdoor dining, so did the city's rats.
Through April, people have called in some 7,400 rat sightings
Through April, people have called in some 7,400 rat sightings
Through April, people have called in some 7,400 rat sightings