Subway Workers Protest Rat Infestation and Health Code Violations in Eagle Rock

Subway Rat Infestation Protest

• 🐀 Workers at a Subway restaurant in Eagle Rock organized a protest due to a year-long rat infestation.
• 📣 They are demanding action and basic professional sanitation within the store.

Health Department Action

• 🚨 The health department shut down the Subway location due to the presence of rats.
• 📅 A complaint filed with Cal OSHA indicates the store has been dealing with this problem since early 2024.

Evidence of Infestation

• 🤢 Employees reported finding rats, droppings, and evidence of rodents chewing on bread and packaging in the kitchen area.

Community Impact and Concerns

• 💬 Nearby business owners and customers expressed concern about the health risks and potential impact on their own businesses if rats were visible.
• ⚠️ Customers noted that seeing a rat could lead to a loss of customer base and closure of the establishment.

Broader Labor Issues

• ⚖️ The health shutdown is reportedly part of an ongoing dispute with the owner concerning workers' rights and wages.