# Ada County Maps Rat Hotspots | Boise News

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Podcast: [Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boise-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7587806)
Published: 2026-09-03T15:38:43+00:00
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Rats are multiplying across Ada County’s six cities, prompting officials to launch a massive data-gathering effort. Residents are being urged to report every sighting via the Idaho Department of Agriculture’s new reporting system — crucial for mapping the problem and understanding its scale before deciding on solutions. These rodents, including disease-carrying Norway and roof rats, have already caused costly damage — one woman’s car repairs hit $8,000. While health officials haven’t seen a spike in illness, the risk looms. Experts say the first step is ensuring existing pest control services are fully used before considering drastic measures like an emergency abatement district or resident aid. If you spot a rat, report it — your input could shape how this crisis is solved. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0b89037ab66d8aef

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