Who's Winning New York City's War on Rats: Rodents or Trash Bins? The latest statistics on New York City's rodent population suggest that the city is making progress in its long running war against rats.
However, a closer examination reveals that the situation is more complex than it initially seems. A 22% drop in reported rat sightings since the pandemic may indicate success, but context is crucial.
The Bloomberg administration's "war on rats" campaign focused primarily on containerization efforts and waste management reforms. These measures have improved the situation, but they also mask a more nuanced reality.