Incheon Yeonsu-gu Blocks Mosquito Larvae at the Source with Integrated Septic Tank Vector Control

Incheon Yeonsu-gu will implement the 'Integrated Septic Tank Vector Control Project,' which involves administering mosquito larvicide immediately after residential septic tank cleaning, through the end of this year.

The district, concerned about a potential increase in mosquito populations due to climate change, is launching the first resident-oriented vector control service in Incheon in cooperation with the public health center and septic tank cleaning companies in order to create an environment for the prevention and management of infectious diseases.

Of the 2,550 residential septic tanks in the area, 966 tanks with a capacity of 30 people or less will be targeted. After the cleaning is completed by the septic tank cleaning companies, mosquito larvicide will be applied immediately.

Incheon Yeonsu-gu Public Health Center

The district plans to compare the amount of mosquitoes collected in February next year with this year's data after the project concludes at the end of this year, in order to identify areas for improvement. Prior to this, officials held a preliminary meeting last month to discuss the appropriate dosage and handling precautions for the larvicide, as well as other necessary operational matters. Worker safety training is also scheduled to follow.

An official from the Yeonsu-gu Public Health Center stated, "We will do our utmost to effectively prevent infectious diseases and protect the health of residents through this proactive integrated vector control project."

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