10-Eric Lundholm
Eric Lundholm was bitten by a rat while at work, in the state of Idaho. He contracted
rat-bite fever, which is treatable but can be fatal if ignored. Lundholm was employed
by Butter Ball Rodents, a company that provides live mice and rats as a food source for reptiles
and birds of prey. He experienced flu-like symptoms, which he ignored at first, but decided
to visit the hospital after his condition worsened. The doctors examined Lundholm and
made a shocking discovery. He was at risk of going into heart failure and required immediate
surgery. Though Lundholm was expected to recover a
year after the procedure, he’d have to use blood thinners for the rest of his life.
Today's featured fan shout out is Instagram follower @bazzybear0. To appear in our next
video, send us your pic rocking the latest merch from theywillkillyou.com and send it
in to us on Instagram today!
9- Terrorized neighborhood
Rats attacked an unsuspecting neighborhood in Florida after a family, with a tendency
for hoarding, left their home. When the unnamed mother and daughter moved, a flipper bought
the house. To minimize costs, they dumped all the garbage into large dumpsters, refusing
to call an exterminator. They also left the doors and windows open, enabling hundreds
of rats and other vermin to swarm the neighborhood. The city assured the neighbors that the dumpsters
had been removed, and the house’s new owner was contacted. Exterminators were sent daily
to work on the infestation. However, neighbors claim they had to sleep “with one eye open”
and spent hundreds of dollars purchasing traps and sprays. Several residents reported seeing
mischiefs of 20 to 40 rats running outside their windows.
What is it?
Rats are a type of rodent, generally belonging to the genus Rattus. There are other variations,
such as the pack, bandicoot, and kangaroo rats. Though they hold many similarities with
mice, they’re easily distinguishable by their size. Male rats are also known as bucks,
while females are referred to as does. A pack of these animals is called a mischief. These
mammals possess a thick and muscular tail that’s sensitive to environmental changes.
This appendage grants rats a rather unusual defense mechanism. They’re able to detach
their outer layers to make a quick escape when attacked by a predator. This usually
only happens when the animal is exposed to intense pain.
8- Unnamed 80-year-old woman
A senior resident living at the Krokslätts retirement home in Sweden was bitten on the
face by a rat while sleeping. The woman suffered from dementia and was lying in her bed when
the attack happened. She was hospitalized, suffering from severe injuries on her face.
Authorities searched the building for signs of infestation and discovered cracked water
pipes, as well as rat droppings. The victim’s relatives also expressed their concern for
the wellbeing of other residents.
7- Rat infestation in Ireland
The lockdown put in place during 2020 to control the coronavirus outbreak caused a massive
rat infestation all across Ireland. Sightings of giant rats were reported, and experts believe
this is due to the fact that restaurants and bars were forced to close their doors for
several weeks. This measure forced rats to search for new sources of food, unable to
find it in the alleys behind these establishments. The rats have also been described as cannibalistic,
as they readily turn on each other when other sources of nourishment aren’t available.
Cities have experienced this problem more intensely than small towns and villages. As
such, authorities urged residents to keep both windows and doors shut. They also emphasized
the importance of disposing of garbage properly.
Where is it located?
Rats can be found in every single area of the Earth that’s inhabited by people. The
only exception is Antarctica as its gelid temperatures prevent this opportunistic survivor
from living outdoors. In large cities, rats are considered a pest. As the human population
grows, so does the number of rodents that live in these areas. New York City, in particular,
is home to massive-sized rats. This is most likely due to the abundance of both shelter
and food. Milder winters have also made it easier for these rodents to reproduce. Rats
are capable of swimming up sewer pipes, hiding in small nooks and even behind walls. When
introduced to a new habitat, they can lead to the extinction of different native species,
such as birds, reptiles, and even plants. This is especially true when it comes to island
habitats.
6- Ross Campbell
New Zealand actor Ross Campbell woke up feeling a sharp pain in his face. When he came to,
Campbell was shocked to discover a rat biting at his lip. The 63-year-old man felt blood
pouring down his chin, and he attempted to clean up the fresh wound. Surprisingly, he
went back to bed, only to be bitten on his thumb next. He decided it was time to go to
the hospital and was treated for his wounds. Residents of the area claimed to have discovered
rats as large as cats invading their homes. Campbell decided to speak to the press about
it to raise awareness of the rat infestation that was taking place.
5-Unnamed 56-year-old man
In 2018, experts at the University of Hong Kong were contacted about a 56-year-old patient
who was suffering from abnormal liver functions. He had just undergone a liver transplant,
and his doctors couldn’t figure out the cause of his symptoms. After running several
tests, investigators discovered that he’d contracted hepatitis E. However, they couldn’t
find the human strain of this illness in his blood. This would eventually turn out to be
the first documented case of a rat infecting a human with hepatitis E. Ever since that
incident, over 10 new cases have been reported. Though the disease is usually transmitted
by drinking contaminated water, at least up until 2020, researchers haven’t discovered
how the rat strain spreads to humans.
How Will It Kill You?
Rats help spread several deadly diseases. Historically, these have included bubonic
plague, meningitis, typhus, hantavirus, salmonellosis, and Lassa fever. Even though they can harm
humans by directly biting or scratching them, their droppings and urine can also contaminate
food and transmit illnesses. Its saliva and the fleas they carry also represent a dangerous
risk to people’s health. Several different infections can be linked to rat attacks, such
as sepsis and myocarditis, which are blood and heart infections, respectively. These
rodents also destroy their surroundings in search of food, by gnawing at anything from
fabric to plastic and even softer metals.
4- Charlene Jackson
Charlene Jackson and her family reported being constantly harassed by giant rats infesting
their home. The Jacksons, residents of England, lived in the same flat for 11 years but claimed
that the rats had become more brazen. Every single time the mother-of-three cooked dinner,
the rodents entered the kitchen. It was reported that they even climbed up the sewers and entered
the apartment through the toilet. This resulted in one of the children, a nine-year-old boy,
refusing to use the bathroom, terrified of being attacked. The rats even destroyed the
family’s washing machine, rendering it unusable. Jackson and her children were terrified of
sleeping at night and of being attacked. Even cooking dinner became a struggle, with rats
walking over every surface of the flat.
3-Sophia
A woman, who only revealed her middle name to the press, reported being attacked by a
rat while she was walking down the street. The wild animal launched at her ankle and
scratched her before Sophia managed to kick it off. The rat scampered away, and she rushed
home, to check her wound. She discovered a small scratch, which she treated with hydrogen
peroxide and antibiotic cream. Soon after, she made an appointment with her doctor, who
gave her a tetanus shot. This kind of attack isn’t typical in rats, as they tend to run
away from humans instead of launching at them unprovoked. It’s been theorized that the
rodent might have been running away from something and bumped against Sophia’s legs, scratching
her in self-defense.
How to Survive?
It’s vital to take preventive measures to avoid rat infestations from taking over buildings,
houses, and even cities. Though regular fumigation is essential, keeping garbage from piling
up and properly storing food greatly helps keeping the pests at bay. If any infestation
signs are discovered, such as rat droppings, immediate measures should be taken to keep
them from multiplying. Rats don’t usually attack humans without provocation, though
babies, elders, and homeless people have been victims of these rodents. If bitten, it’s
important to promptly get medical help. This prevents wounds from getting infected and
also allows doctors to quickly discover any illnesses contracted during the attack. In
their early stages, most of these diseases can be cured with penicillin or other antibiotics,
but grow increasingly harder to treat as time goes by.
2-Samantha
A 14-year-old paraplegic girl identified only as Samantha was violently attacked and mutilated
by rats while she slept. She was rushed to the hospital by her father, suffering from
over 45 facial injuries, plus 150 more on her hands and 30 on her feet. The doctors
discovered some of her fingertips had actually been bitten off. Surgeons were unable to repair
the damage. Police investigated the attack, and the family
was moved into a new home. The young girl was checked for infections and rabies. Fortunately,
all tests came back negative.
1-Sakshi Khandelwal
Sakshi Khandelwal, a cancer patient hospitalized in India, was suffering from agonizing pain
while bedridden. Her husband claimed no doctor came to check on her, and she received no
radiotherapy treatment during her stay. When he attempted to help her and pulled back the
blankets, the man discovered her left foot was covered in blood. Rats had bitten off
one of her toes, and no one had noticed. This incident occurred during the 2020 COVID-19
pandemic, and the hospital didn’t provide any medical aid for her injuries. Khandelwal’s
husband was forced to purchase bandages and ointment on his own. After Mr. Khandelwal
uploaded a video showing his wife’s plight, the hospital suddenly discharged her. The
couple reported Khandelwal was still in poor health when she was forced to return home.
Thanks for watching! Would you rather be buried alive with a dozen hungry rats for half an
hour or swim naked in a piranha pond? Let us know in the comments section below!