In June of this year, a sad story came out of Eastern Washington on the Tri-City Herald’s website. It mentioned the unfortunate death of someone from the hantavirus, which is typically spread by rodents.
The article offered some tips and insights on this difficult topic:
People can be infected with hantavirus by breathing in dust contaminated from the urine, droppings or nests of infected rodents. They also can be infected by touching contaminated objects and then touching their nose or mouth. The greatest risk of infection is in enclosed spaces, such as sheds, cabins or vehicles, that have rodent infestations and little fresh air.
Symptoms appear one to eight weeks after exposure and may include fever, muscle aches, fatigue, headaches, dizziness, chills and abdominal problems such as nausea or diarrhea. Later symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing and tightening of the chest as fluid fills the lungs require hospitalization.
If a cabin or shed is infested with mice, the building should be aired out for 30 minutes before entering. Rodents also may get inside vehicles through rust holes, vents and other openings. They may build nests in engine compartments, the air system, trunks, spare tire compartments or glove boxes.
Read the full article at: https://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article289230964.html#storylink=cpy
Even though this took place in Eastern Washington, many areas in the Western part of the State risk illness due to rodents. If you need any help with residential or commercial rodent removal services in the areas we serve, then you are welcome to contact us here:
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