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The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) has taken vigorous operational measures against mosquito breeding in LCSD venues to prevent the spread of dengue fever.
A spokesman for LCSD said today (September 30): "We have stepped up anti-mosquito measures at our leisure and cultural venues to prevent and control the spread of dengue fever by eliminating the accumulation of water at these venues."
"In addition to daily inspection at these venues to ensure there is no stagnant water, all venue staff have been instructed to clear choked surface drainage channels, empty all receptacles regularly and to tightly cover all water containers, water storage tanks and wells."
"Discarded bottles and tins would also be properly disposed of, rubbish should be kept in disposable plastic bags and tied up at the openings to avoid accumulation of water," the spokesman added.
"On the horticultural front, staff will empty the natural water receptacles on tree holes and bamboo stumps. They will also frequently drain water from the vases or saucers of ornamental potted plants to avoid accumulation."
Apart from operations, LCSD will also take every opportunity to solicit the public's cooperation on the prevention and control of mosquitoes by displaying posters and banners at LCSD venues and distributing leaflets to disseminate the anti-mosquito messages.
"We have mobilized our Green Volunteers to help disseminate the anti-mosquito messages by distributing leaflets to all the participants attending our greening projects such as the tree-planting days and horticultural talks," the spokesman added.
He said that all staff have already been advised to wear long-sleeved clothes, long trousers and apply insect repellent when working outdoors for protection against mosquito bites.
End/Monday, September 30, 2002
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