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5/7/24, 9:17 AM Dubai Municipality Implements Robust Pest Control Measures
the application of 511 liters of liquid pesticides

and 391 kilograms of solid pesticides.”

The Director of the Public Health Services Department emphasized the

use of eco-friendly pesticides, which are applied in accordance to carefully

designed action plans and control strategies, ensuring comprehensive

coverage to control mosquito spreading effectively.

In addition to these methods, the Dubai Municipality has distributed

guidelines to Municipality- approved and licensed contracting companies,

outlining the necessary procedures for implementing the pest control

measures to be carried out. Besides regular field inspection at construction

sites, the Municipality has also intensified its efforts to control the spread of

insects and mosquitoes by implementing strategic plans in partnership with

relevant government entities.

The Municipality also took to social media platforms to spread information

about preventive measures, advising people to monitor water leakage from

faucets, air conditioners, and refrigerators closely while emphasizing the need

to eliminate stagnant water in swimming pools, water-filled plant containers,

barrels, among others.

The Municipality constantly monitors real-time demands and capabilities,

leveraging dedicated personnel, expertise, and specialized skills. This is to

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