Singapore deploys surveillance tech and video analytics to combat rat infestations
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Rachel Teng
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Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) is deploying surveillance technology and video analytics to combat rat infestations more effectively. Since rats are nocturnal and avoid humans, these tools help authorities study their behavior and movement patterns. The article reports that fewer rat burrows have been detected as control efforts intensify, indicating progress in the fight against urban pest problems.
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bskySingapore deploys surveillance tech and video analytics to combat rat infestationschannelnewsasia.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledAs rats are nocturnal and tend to avoid humans, surveillance tools can help authorities better understand their behaviour and movement patterns, said the agency.
Fewer rat burrows have been detected as authorities intensify control efforts.
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