Health Ministry: No mosquito breeding at old Silver Sands Hotel

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed that following inspections carried out at the old Silver Sands Hotel in Christ Church, there is no mosquito breeding taking place in the pool located on the property.

Furthermore, health officials said they were aware of the disquiet it has caused among residents in the area, and are working with property owners to have the pool drained and maintained. The Ministry also pointed out that it would continue to monitor the situation at the property.

It added that while there is still a dengue fever outbreak on the island, the number of suspected and confirmed cases continues to decline.

Health authorities urged Barbadians to remain vigilant and take the necessary actions to prevent mosquito breeding on their properties.

The Ministry noted that it would continue its weekly fogging programme, which aims to reduce the population of the adult aedes aegypti mosquito, which transmits dengue.

(PR)