April 26th 2024.
Early on Wednesday morning, city crews in Chicago were hard at work removing a section of sidewalk that had gained unexpected fame due to a curious resemblance. This particular stretch of pavement had captured the attention of the world, thanks to its uncanny resemblance to a rat. But fear not, as city officials have promised to keep this unique piece of sidewalk intact.
The infamous 'rat hole' had become a popular tourist attraction in the Roscoe Village neighborhood, drawing in visitors from far and wide who were eager to see the rat-shaped imprint for themselves. According to local residents, this peculiar dent has been a part of the neighborhood for over twenty years. However, it wasn't until a picture of it went viral earlier this year that it became a worldwide sensation, thanks to a local comedian who shared it on X.
The sudden influx of tourists to the area caused quite a stir among the community, with some residents feeling overwhelmed by the constant flow of visitors. Some even threatened to destroy the rat hole, as it had become a nuisance for them. This prompted city officials to take action and remove the rat imprint from the sidewalk.
In response to complaints from neighbors, Alderman Scott Waguespack's office had been working on a solution for several months. According to Paul Sajovec, the chief of staff, the uneven sidewalk and the constant noise and disturbance caused by tourists were the main reasons for the decision to remove the rat hole.
And so, on that fateful Wednesday morning, crews from the Department of Transportation inspected the sidewalk and deemed it necessary to remove the damaged section. Erica Schroeder, a spokesperson for the agency, explained that the crew used a concrete saw and a forklift to lift the slab with the rat hole and transport it away from the neighborhood.
Georgina Ulrich, a neighbor, captured the entire process on video, expressing her disbelief at the commotion caused by a simple rat imprint. The crews quickly poured new concrete in place, paving over the once-famous rat hole forever. But fear not, as the city has promised to make a collaborative decision with the mayor's office on what to do with the rat imprint in the future.
For now, the rat hole has been placed in temporary storage, leaving a blank slate on the sidewalk where it once stood. Make sure to follow our page for the latest news from Metro, and join our community on Whatsapp for breaking news and juicy stories. Rest assured, we will keep you updated on the fate of the infamous Chicago rat hole.
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