A significant rat infestation at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal emerged in mid-July, with reports of numerous rats seen by local workers. The city initiated multiple pest control measures including sanitation improvements and pesticide treatments. Additionally, SCRAT, the Sacramento Canines' Rat Annihilation Team, began using trained terriers for rat capture, avoiding harmful poisons. Their efforts proved successful, with a notable catch of 57 rats in a short time, drawing community interest and support for this wildlife-friendly approach to pest control.
The persistent rat infestation at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal prompted city complaints, pest control initiatives, and volunteer rat hunters utilizing trained terriers to address the issue.
Ryder Lopez observed up to 15 rats on his first day at work, reflecting the severity of the infestation which began to gain attention in mid-July.
SCRAT, founded by Emily Iniguez, employs trained terriers rather than poison to combat rat populations, as poison poses risks to local wildlife.
In just 90 minutes, SCRAT's terriers caught 27 rats, highlighting the effectiveness of this approach and community support for tackling the infestation.
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