Sri Lanka Deploys Military Drones to Combat Severe Dengue Outbreak
Sri Lanka is currently grappling with its most significant outbreak of mosquito-borne dengue in nearly a decade, prompting the deployment of the nation's armed forces. Public health services and hospitals are working to manage the crisis, which has seen 53 deaths and 76,044 infections reported. The military and police are assisting in a widespread campaign to eliminate mosquito-breeding sites.
Sri Lanka's public health services and hospitals are confronting the most severe outbreak of mosquito-borne dengue in almost a decade. To help control the disease's spread, the island nation has enlisted the support of its armed forces.
Efforts to combat the outbreak include the deployment of air force drones. These drones are being utilized to identify stagnating pools of water on rooftops, particularly following monsoon rains, which serve as mosquito breeding grounds.
Beyond aerial surveillance, military and police officers are actively participating in ground operations. They are inspecting homes, construction sites, and schools as part of a broader campaign aimed at eradicating mosquito-breeding sites.
The outbreak has resulted in 53 deaths and 76,044 reported infections. These comprehensive measures are being implemented to curb further transmission of the disease.
According to the South China Morning Post, the campaign highlights the multi-faceted approach taken by Sri Lankan authorities to address the public health crisis.
