Google employees in New York were instructed to avoid the company’s Chelsea office over the weekend after exterminators identified “credible evidence” of bed bugs. A pest control team deployed a specialized dog to inspect the premises, prompting the temporary closure of the facility. The building reopened on Monday, but investigations continue at Google’s three other Manhattan locations. Employees were urged to report any signs of bed bug exposure or sightings. Unconfirmed reports suggested that large stuffed animals in the office may have contributed to the infestation, though Google has not addressed the claim. This incident marks the latest in a series of hygiene-related issues at the Chelsea campus, which previously faced a similar closure in 2010 after an outbreak. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about workplace pest control and corporate responsibility.
Google Office in New York Temporarily Closed Over Bed Bug Infestation
