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PMD Warns Dengue Outbreak Could Impact 10 Major Cities by October

Health officials are urging citizens to remain vigilant as the risk of an outbreak increases

On Thursday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a warning that dengue fever may spread to 10 major cities across the country by October.

The dengue outbreak is projected to spread to Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Hyderabad, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Larkana, and Multan.

The PMD noted that dengue fever could also arise in regions impacted by post-monsoon rains, highlighting that the illness has severely affected public health nationwide.

Additionally, the infection has been on the rise since mid-September, with the department reporting an uptick in dengue cases observed from September 20 to December 5 over the past decade.

The meteorological department said the vector-borne disease becomes active if the temperature is between 26°C to 29°C and it gets a favourable environment when humidity is close to 60%.

“All stakeholders should take proactive measures to prevent the spread of dengue,” the PMD said in its statement.

Health officials are urging citizens to remain vigilant as the risk of an outbreak increases, highlighting the importance of preventive measures to mitigate the potential impact.

 

Saman Siddiqui

I am a freelance journalist with a Master’s Degree in Mass Communication and an MS in Peace and Conflict Studies. Since 2006, I have been involved in various capacities within the electronic media industry. At OyeYeah, I cover diverse genres ranging from journalism and fiction to fashion, including reviews and fact-finding reports.

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