As of yesterday, there were 529 cases of dengue fever in the week dated 12 May to 16 May, which is a significantly a much higher number compared to the average of 300 to 400 cases per week in the first quarter this year.
According to the National Environment Agency, we are currently entering the peak period for dengue fever. This is due to the hot and humid weather which will accelerate the breeding of Aedes mosquitoes. The authorities have called on the public to take respective safety measures.
In the first four months of 2020, authorities conducted about 310,000 inspections and found more than 6,400 breeding sites for mosquitoes.
The authorities have also issued 31 fines and two suspension orders against construction sites in the first four months of this year. Two contractors will be charged in court for consecutive offenses.