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Actions to take
Punch holes in tins before disposal Get rid of derelict vehicles Ornamental pools and fountains should be regularly drained and scrubbed, chlorinated, and/or stocked with guppies (fish). Swimming pools should be kept clean, filtered, and in good condition.
Community Actions
Community members can work together to: Keep the environment clean e.g. de-bush empty lots Keep gullies/ghuts and drains clean Monitor and destroy any other mosquito breeding places.
Personal Protection
People can further protect themselves from mosquito bites by using: Mosquito coils electric vapor mats Mosquito repellent sprayed on skin Screen windows and doors sleep under mosquito proof bed nets Close windows late evenings and early mornings Wear protective clothing, such as long sleeve shirts, long pants, and thick (bobby) socks during day time. It is also advisable to avoid wearing dark colours.
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