New York City's sanitation commissioner is crediting a change in trash container policy with a significant decrease in rat complaints across the city. According to reports, the commissioner attributes the drop in rat sightings to the implementation of new trash containers with tight-fitting lids, which are designed to prevent rodents from accessing food waste. The initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce the city's rodent population and improve public health. As the city continues to grapple with the challenges of urban wildlife, experts are closely monitoring the effectiveness of this new approach.
Trash containers leading to drop in rat complaints, NYC's sanitation commissioner says CBS News