KL Aedes breeding places

KL Aedes breeding places

Kuala Lumpur: Plenty of areas around the capital is feared to be a breeding ground for Aedes, including workshop, drains and footpaths.

It is based on a review BH around Petaling Jaya, Serdang and Kuala Lumpur yesterday and the appropriate findings seriously local communities and local authorities.
In motor vehicle repairs, parts and car parts are placed in areas not covered, thereby providing water reservoirs and potential place for Aedes breeding.



Pile of discarded tires

Pile of discarded tires is also seen in some areas around Kuala Lumpur became a breeding ground for the dengue carrier mosquito.

Survey also found that poorly maintained ditches, filled plastic garbage as well as food containers result in smooth water flow thereby creating a reservoir that is most popular for breeding Aedes.

Rubbish such as food and beverage containers indiscriminately dumped on sidewalks can also hold water.
Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer of the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Zainun Ahmad, said public awareness of the dangers of dengue is still at a low level.

"In the vicinity of residential areas for example, there are many potential areas that hold water can be a breeding ground for Aedes.

"In addition, littering habits such as food and beverage containers or plastic on the shoulder of the road or the bus station is also a regular habit of our people," he said and advised the public to be aware of their surroundings clean to curb the dangerous epidemic.


Berita Harian