I saw a news story about the trash company on strike in Birmingham, England being on strike for an extended period now. Residents said trash bags are piling in the streets and are overrun by rats. They said they can take the trash to the dump themselves but must have appointments. They said the strike has no end in sight.
Have you experienced such a strike in an urban area? How severe did street congestion and pileup have to get for parties to settle said strike?