Beware of mosquito diseases as the monsoon exits

New Delhi, As the retreat of the monsoon is about to complete over northwest India, post season diseases such as Dengue has once again reared its head. Hundreds of cases have been reported in the national capital since September 12 when the first dengue victim was diagnosed. But with a proper prevention plan, we can beat such mosquito's inflicted diseases. Here are some tips to secure you from mosquito inflicted diseases:

• The water in the flower pots should be changed at least once a week
• Water storing containers should be covered with a tight lid
• Barrels, drums used in water storage, etc. should be replaced by a fresh stock once a week
• Water tanks, like those in buildings, should have single piece cast iron, tight fitting cover
• To climb and examine the tanks regularly, a suitable ladder should be provided to enable civic staff
• To keep mosquitoes away, a net should be fitted with the overflow pipe
• Container-like objects like tyres, coconut shells, bottles, etc. should be disposed of or destroyed
• Water fountains should be kept dry once a week
• Surface wells should be well-maintained so that mosquitoes do not breed in the vicinity
• Rain water collected on terraces/roofs should be cleared once a week