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'Mutant' cockroach invasion hits UK city as pests breed in Wi-Fi routers
- Cardiff faces a surge in cockroach infestations with pests nesting in Wi‑Fi routers and sockets.
- The spike in Cardiff comes as milder winters and dense housing aid roach survival and spread.
- Pest control teams report multiple emergency calls each week amid the infestation.
- Council says cockroach treatment is not a statutory service for private residents.
- German cockroaches, common in the UK, may spread more with warm indoor conditions.
- Entomologists warn warming trends enable roaches to survive winter in ducts and drains.
- Apartment blocks may act as incubators, helping roaches spread through heat and shared spaces.
- Experts advise against DIY sprays and urge professional extermination for effective control.
- Authorities emphasize that cockroach treatment is not provided by the council for private residents.
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