Civic body intensifies fogging as waterlogging increases dengue risk

With the onset of the rainy season, several parts of the city are witnessing water accumulation or water-logging on roads, streets and vacant plots, sparking concerns among residents about the potential outbreak of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue. In response, the Municipal Corporation has ramped up its anti-mosquito measures across the city.

Stagnant rainwater becomes a breeding ground for mosquitoes, posing a health risk. To address the situation, the health wing of the MC has accelerated its efforts to control mosquito growth by conducting extensive fogging and chemical spraying.

Health Officer Dr Kiran Kumar said teams have been deployed across the city’s hot spot areas to carry out fogging and spray chemicals over accumulated rainwater. A ward-wise roster has been prepared covering all five assembly constituencies of the city to ensure systematic and regular coverage.

Dr Kiran Kumar said large and small fogging machines of the Municipal Corporation are working continuously to prevent the mosquito menace. “We are taking all necessary steps to curb mosquito breeding and minimise the risk of dengue,” he said.

Despite the civic body’s efforts, residents remain anxious about the potential health hazards. Many have urged authorities to ensure timely drainage of accumulated water and increase public awareness about dengue prevention.

The MC has appealed to residents to keep their surroundings clean and ensure there is no water stagnation in containers, pots or rooftops.

Amritsar