Health Dept continuing with efforts to fight mosquito infestation in Tshwane
Last year, the department embarked on a project following several complaints from residents about the extent of the problem.
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JOHANNESBURG - The Health Department is continuing with efforts to deal with a mosquito infestation in Winterveld and Soshanguve.
Last year, the department embarked on a project following several complaints from residents about the extent of the problem.
The mosquito infestation has negatively affected the quality of life of residents living in the two affected areas.
The first phase to eradicate the infestation involved the drone application of larvicide in Soshanguve.
The department said it believes the cause of the problem is linked to the large pools of stagnant water.
City of Tshwane's Health MMC, Rina Marx: "The mentioned areas are in part natural wetlands with a high-water table, thereby making them a conducive environment for mosquitoes to thrive."