Mr. Bill Robbins of the Arlington County Vector and Rodent Control Office was in the neighborhood with his team on Thursday January 2, 2003, checking the condition of the rat poison blocks that have been placed in many of the storm drains in our area. Six months ago all of the bait was being consumed at all locations. He reported that about half of the locations still had full bait blocks and the other half had bait blocks that had been gnawed upon. So it appears the rat population is dropping but still present in the neighborhood.

If you would like advice and assistance on dealing with rats contact Mr. Robbins at 703-887-2922 or by email at brobbi@co.arlington.va.us

[This message was edited by Paul Derby on January 10, 2003 at 07:11 PM.]