A mosquito control week will be carried out in 16 districts from June 30 – July 05, the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) announced.
Community Specialist Dr. Priscilla Samaraweera stated at a media briefing in Colombo that 26,775 dengue cases and 14 deaths, including one child, have been reported islandwide so far this year, with 45% of cases reported from the Western Province.
She noted that the program is being launched in response to rising mosquito density due to the southwest monsoon rains, and will cover 111 MOH divisions.
High-risk areas will be inspected, breeding sites will be identified and removed, followed by issuing red notices and taking legal action where necessary, she added.
