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22-Inch Rat Found: Urban Growth Fuels Pest Crisis

8/6/2025

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A shocking 22-inch rat was discovered in Normanby, North Yorkshire, sparking alarm over the rising rat population fueled by food waste and urban expansion. Experts warn that warmer summers and new housing developments create a perfect storm for these pests, heightening the risk of rat-borne diseases and endangering public health.

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A shocking 22-inch rat was discovered in Normanby, North Yorkshire, sparking alarm over the rising rat population fueled by food waste and urban expansion. Experts warn that warmer summers and new housing developments create a perfect storm for these pests, heightening the risk of rat-borne diseases and endangering public health.