A resident of Es Fortí feeds the rodents every night as if they were pigeons, causing an invasion that has emptied the playground and has residents terrified.
A woman whom locals have dubbed the 'Rat Lady' has turned the nights in the Palma neighbourhood of Es Fortí into a nightmare. Every evening, this resident goes out onto the street with bags of food and scatters it on the sidewalks and corners, attracting dozens of large rodents. What seems like an innocent gesture to her has transformed into a runaway plague that has the local inhabitants terrified, especially parents, who no longer take their children to the playground.
The 'Call Effect' that Overwhelmed Es Fortí
According to the residents themselves, the situation began to worsen a few months ago. At first, they attributed the presence of rats to the summer heat and the proximity of the Sa Riera stream, a natural habitat for these animals. But they soon discovered that the true source was the actions of this woman, who operates about fifty meters from Plaza Barcelona, very close to the old Lluís Sitjar stadium.
“It’s a devastating call effect,” explains a spokesperson for the residents' association. “She comes every night, leaves piles of food, and the rats come en masse. They are no longer just in the bins; they climb onto roofs and enter buildings.” The problem has escalated to the point that the local playground has fallen into disuse, with parents refusing to expose their children to the hygiene risks posed by such an invasion.
Residents Demand Urgent Action from the City Council
Indignation in the neighbourhood is at an all-time high. Residents have raised their complaints with the Palma City Council, demanding immediate intervention. “We cannot live like this. The rats roam freely, and the situation is unsanitary,” they declare. So far, the council has not confirmed any concrete measures, although municipal sources assure that they are evaluating the case.
For the reader in Es Fortí, the question is clear: when will action be taken? In the meantime, the 'Rat Lady' continues her nightly routine, defying a neighbourhood that cries out for a solution. There could be news next week, according to sources from the Health department, which is considering sanctions or even the intervention of social services.
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