rats

Rats becoming more of a problem in Willamette Valley, including Salem

An uptick in urban rats has homeowners frantically trying to figure out ways to thwart infestations.

“It is a bad year for rats,” said Dana Sanchez, wildlife specialist for Oregon State University Extension Service. “Eugene and parts of Portland are experiencing a noticeable increase. It could mean there are more rats, or it could be evidence that people are providing more habitat.”