Los Angeles
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Los Angeles Overtakes Chicago as America’s Rattiest City After Decade of Decline
Orkin’s annual “Top 50 Rattiest Cities” list reveals Los Angeles dethroned Chicago after a decade at No. 1, followed by New York. The shift reflects factors like warm weather and abundant resources, fostering rodent survival. Rankings are based on new rodent service requests. Cities like San Francisco and those in California show a strong rodent presence. Prevention, including eliminating entry points and managing food sources, is crucial. Orkin, founded in 1901, is a leader in pest control, emphasizing proactive measures influenced by local conditions.
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Three Tires Blown, Suspect Flees Stolen Truck at Crawl: 90-Minute Police Chase
On July 19th in Los Angeles, a man stole a pickup truck, leading police on an unusually slow-speed chase after his tires were flattened by a spike strip. The suspect continued driving at approximately 5 mph, even running red lights and shouting at other drivers while police followed. The 90-minute pursuit ended when police strategically collided with the truck. The suspect surrendered, and no injuries were reported. The incident raised questions about resource allocation and disruption to the city.
