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Palomares del Río urges to avoid stagnant water against West Nile Virus

The Town Hall of Palomares del Río reminds residents to avoid stagnant water and use repellents to prevent West Nile Virus.

Carmen Delgado RuizCarmen Delgado Ruiz· · 2 min read

The Town Hall of Palomares del Río has made a call to residents to take extra precautions against the mosquito that transmits the West Nile Virus, with measures such as avoiding accumulations of stagnant water.

The Town Hall of Palomares del Río has reminded residents of the importance of adopting simple measures to reduce the presence of the mosquito that transmits the West Nile Virus. The campaign, disseminated through the official channels of the council, emphasises that prevention starts at home.

Among the recommendations is avoiding accumulations of stagnant water in pots, buckets, toys, or any container, a common breeding ground for the insect. It is also advised to keep pools, fountains, and ponds clean and controlled, and to use approved mosquito nets and repellents.

The Town Hall also advises to protect oneself with long-sleeved clothing during the hours of greatest mosquito activity and to avoid staying near untreated stagnant water. These measures, according to the council, are essential to protect the health of residents and curb the spread of the virus.

Citizen collaboration is considered key for Palomares del Río to be a safer municipality against this disease. The Town Hall emphasises that everyone's involvement is necessary to reduce risks and protect the community.

The West Nile Virus is transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes and can cause symptoms ranging from mild to severe complications in vulnerable individuals. Therefore, local authorities insist on prevention as the best tool, especially during the warmer months.

Everyone's collaboration is essential to protect our health and that of our neighbours.

The Town Hall encourages following these guidelines throughout the mosquito activity season. For more information, residents can consult the official channels of the council, where new recommendations will be disseminated if necessary.

Carmen Delgado Ruiz

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Periodismo por la Universidad de Sevilla y memoria de elefante para los plenos municipales. Sevillana de barrio, adicta al café de puchero y a las causas perdidas; desde 2016 cuenta la política, la sociedad y los sucesos de la ciudad.