A waterfront park is overrun with rats. Rescuers are trying to find homes for them.

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • January 19, 2024

A group of more than 150 volunteers believes the rodents at the homeless encampment Portland cleared at Harbor View Memorial Park are domestic, not wild, and is working to rescue them and find foster homes. City spokesperson Jessica Grondin said that the rat infestation was “severe” and is a public health concern.