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flag UK rat infestations rose 10% in a year, driven by extreme weather and flooding.

flag Rat activity in UK properties rose 10% over the past year, with Rentokil Pest Control attributing the increase to a record-hot 2025 summer and heavy 2026 rains. flag Northern Ireland saw the highest spike at 26%, followed by Yorkshire and north-west England at 20% and 19%, with other regions also reporting double-digit growth. flag Experts link the surge to extended breeding seasons from warmer weather and flooding that displaced rats from burrows and sewers into homes. flag Rats, strong swimmers but unable to survive prolonged submersion, are increasingly entering buildings during floods. flag Authorities urge property owners to seal entry points, manage waste, clear debris, and inspect foundations, recommending early action and professional pest control to prevent infestations.

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