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Rats Found in Dinuba McDonald's, Restaurant Closed
10 Mar
Summary
- Three rats were captured on camera inside a Dinuba McDonald's.
- The restaurant immediately closed on Saturday, March 6, 2026.
- A remediation plan is being developed to ensure safety for reopening.
A McDonald's located within a Dinuba Walmart Supercenter was shut down on Saturday, March 6, 2026, following the discovery of three rats inside the restaurant. The rodents were captured on video, raising concerns among Walmart shoppers about hygiene and potential health risks.
In response to the incident, Tulare County's Environmental Health Division was notified. The restaurant ceased operations immediately. The adjacent Walmart deli also closed for a thorough cleaning as a precautionary measure.
Currently, the McDonald's remains closed. The establishment is collaborating with its pest control provider and the Environmental Health Division to devise a comprehensive remediation strategy. This plan will establish the necessary steps to ensure the restaurant is safe for the public before it can resume operations.
Walmart stated that customer health and safety are paramount. They are actively monitoring the situation and working with the tenant partner to ensure a clean and secure environment for customers and employees.
