Rodents

Rodents

Rats and mice can be dangerous to public health. They can spread disease and damage property. Washington State Department of Health's Rodent website has information on rodent control at Rodent Control - Washington State Department of Health.

The Washington State Department of Health's Zoonotic Disease Program has prepared informative brochures with advice on controlling rodents and protecting health and property.

• Rats - Let's Get Rid of Them (PDF)
• Rodent Control: Taking Steps to Prevent Hantavirus (PDF)

Information About Hantavirus

• Hantavirus Fact Sheet - Dept of Health
• Hantavirus - Center for Disease Control
• Hantavirus: Seattle and King County Public Health