Heatwave Rats: Garlic to the Rescue

Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

With record-breaking heatwaves driving rats indoors in droves, experts warn this could be the worst summer ever for rat infestations. Warmer temps not only push rodents into homes seeking cool spots and water, but also accelerate their breeding cycles, leading to explosive population growth. Some rats are growing as large as small dogs, and without proper management, two can multiply into over a thousand in a year. DIY poison solutions pose risks to pets and wildlife—and rats often just return via sewers. The good news? A simple, cheap kitchen hack—garlic—can naturally deter them. Just a few…