{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6a10202f163f100183253be9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Concerns Raised Over Huge Increased Rat Activity in Drogheda -  22/05/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1779436510039-a1d3541e-9511-4bee-afcc-34c98bd92670.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Residents in Drogheda are being urged to remain vigilant following reports of increased rat activity in recent days.</p><p><br></p><p>Independent councillor Declan Power said he has been in contact with Louth County Council regarding the issue after concerns were raised by residents.</p><p><br></p><p>Residents are being advised to report sightings promptly so locations can be logged and assessed. They are also encouraged to ensure household bins are properly sealed, avoid leaving waste bags outdoors and remove possible food sources such as uncovered pet food or bird feed spillages</p><p><br></p><p>We found more about all of this on The Agenda this morning </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"lmfm "}