GREAT BAY (DCOMM):--- An emergency fogging cycle will be carried out early Thursday morning in the district of Cay Hill and Belair in the country campaign to eliminate mosquito breeding sites, according to the Collective Preventive Services (CPS), a government agency under the Ministry of Public Health.
The emergency fogging is in connection with the country's second confirmed case of Chikungunya of a resident residing in Cay Hill. The so-called "shantytown area in Cay Hill will also be fogged.
This notice is in particular for online media-evening newscast broadcast to inform the residents of the aforementioned areas who monitor these mediums that fogging will start at 5:00am weather permitting, and residents are being asked to open doors and windows. Those with respiratory problems should keep theirs closed.
Minister of Public Health, Social Development & Labour Hon. Cornelius de Weever and Dr. Karen Polson from the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) will be present to observe the fogging exercise at 6:30am on Thursday.
The fogging exercise is an effort by the Government in fighting mosquitoes that carry the Dengue and Chikungunya viruses, the latter, a dengue-like sickness.
Residents are strongly advised to continue to step up measures at homes and businesses to mitigate the rise in the viruses carried by the Aedes Aegypti mosquito.
Homeowners during the time of the spraying should open all doors and windows. Dishes, bowls, pots and pans, fish tanks and bird cages should be covered. Stay away from open windows and doors during the spraying.
An increase in the mosquito population puts all residents and businesses at risk. Call for information on the Aedes Aegypti mosquito breeding sites and respective preventive measures at 542-2078 or 542-3003 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Consult your physician to ensure proper diagnosis, registration, treatment and follow-up.