FEHD steps up targeted anti-rodent drive and issues 41 warnings to food outlets

The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) has ramped up efforts to tackle the city's rodent problem by targeting commercial premises directly at the source. During a two-week targeted operation in August, authorities inspected high-risk food establishments and issued 41 official improvement notices. 

Owners of these businesses were given strict deadlines to resolve hygiene issues and implement proper pest control measures to help accelerate results across affected districts.

Stricter enforcement and potential license penalties

Establishments that fail to comply with the notices face prosecution under public health laws. 

Beyond legal action, officials warned that non-compliant business operators could also see follow-up administrative action taken against their food licenses. 

By tackling sanitation issues inside food outlets, the department aims to eliminate food sources and nesting spots that attract rodents into nearby neighborhoods.

Deepening community collaboration and local outreach

To ensure anti-rodent measures match local conditions, the department is expanding its joint operations across districts. 

Officials are coordinating closely with the Home Affairs Department, local district councilors, community leaders, and neighborhood Care Teams. Joint teams are conducting ground inspections around rear alleys, restaurant perimeters, and other high-risk spots to quickly identify problem areas and coordinate follow-up cleaning.

Mobilizing public support across neighborhoods

Alongside inspections, authorities are rolling out mobile publicity vehicles to educate residents and shopkeepers. 

The department is also distributing pest prevention supplies and promoting its anti-rodent charter to encourage wider participation from community partners, aiming to build a stronger neighborhood-wide response to pest control.

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