infestation

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They were sued by several units in 2023 and 2024 over living conditions, including allegations of infestations of rats, vermin and cockroaches that tenants said made their lives “a living hell.”

From Los Angeles Times

These groups are the most likely to encounter screwworm infestations early, and catching an outbreak quickly is key to stopping it from spreading.

From Science Daily

A pigeon infestation followed, leaving every room covered in bird droppings.

From BBC

Greek farmers have sustained major losses from an infestation of sheep pox, and an EU investigation into widespread subsidy fraud that has delayed payments to legitimate claimants.

From Barron's

A tourist family-of-four who died while visiting Istanbul on holiday from Germany in mid-November were poisoned by a gas that is used to treat pest infestations, Turkish media reported on Tuesday.

From Barron's