Aedes Mosquito Breeding Sites Identified in Melaka
Prevention and Control Measures in Place
Melaka health director Ruzita Mustaffa announced that a total of 9,500 premises, or 9.7% of the 98,299 premises inspected in Melaka last year, were found to have Aedes mosquito breeding sites. These inspections were conducted under the Destruction of Disease-Bearing Insects Act 1975 for dengue fever prevention and control.
Inspections and Enforcement
The inspections involved 7,756 residential homes and 1,744 business premises. As a result, 964 owners of business premises or residents were issued compound notices totalling RM482,000. Of these, 529 compounds were paid, amounting to RM94,270, while 260 cases were registered for court action, and 39 cases were convicted with fines totalling RM11,810.
Recent Findings
In the first 18 days of this year, 626 of the 6,157 premises inspected were found to be breeding sites for Aedes mosquitoes. During this period, 91 compound notices amounting to RM45,500 were issued, and 39 compounds totalling RM5,030 had been settled.
Temporary Closures
Ruzita also reported that 50 premises, including 42 restaurants, were ordered to close temporarily for various offences under Section 11 of the Food Act 1983 last year.
Conclusion
The identification of Aedes mosquito breeding sites in Melaka highlights the importance of continued vigilance and action in the fight against dengue fever. The state health director’s efforts to inspect and enforce regulations are crucial in preventing the spread of the disease. It is essential for residents and business owners to work together to maintain a clean and healthy environment, free from mosquito breeding sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the percentage of premises found to have Aedes mosquito breeding sites in Melaka?
- 9.7% of the 98,299 premises inspected in Melaka last year
- How many premises were found to be breeding sites for Aedes mosquitoes in the first 18 days of this year?
- 626 of the 6,157 premises inspected
- How many compound notices were issued to owners of business premises or residents?
- 964, totalling RM482,000
- What was the total amount paid in compound fines?
- RM94,270
- How many premises were ordered to close temporarily for various offences under Section 11 of the Food Act 1983 last year?
- 50, including 42 restaurants