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5/6/24, 10:38 AM Dubai Municipality initiates comprehensive pest control strategies following adverse weather conditions in Dubai
drainage areas, and numerous other locations in Dubai. The objective is to fortify the public health
system, ensure proactive community protection and maintain a sanitary environment free from
disease-transmitting pests.
Al Karrani said: “Dubai Municipality has successfully carried out extensive disinfection and
sterilization operations after the rainstorm during the end of April. Focused on 102 water collection
sites and over 75,000 drainage outlets, these campaigns seek to control the breeding of mosquito
larvae. Bacterial capsules are being used for larval control, alongside spray and smoke pesticides
for adult mosquitoes. Furthermore, mosquito traps have been strategically placed, along with 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 effectively limit the spread of insects and
enhance control strategies, further ensuring the health and safety of all individuals.

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