The Natite neighborhood in
the city of Pemba, in Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique, has been affected by a
concerning situation of stagnant water in several areas due to the rainfall
over the past few days.
The amount of water
accumulated in the streets is raising serious concerns among residents,
particularly due to the public health risks. The water is dirty, and sometimes children
play in these puddles.
According to reports, the rain has caused large volumes of water to move toward the beach, but the main obstacle has been the drainage ditches, which are outdated, causing the water to remain stagnant.
The gutters, already damaged
and clogged with trash, are unable to properly drain the rainwater, resulting
in accumulation in various streets.
This scenario creates ideal
conditions for the proliferation of mosquitoes and other vectors, increasing
the likelihood of outbreaks of communicable diseases such as malaria, typhoid
fever, and cholera.
Malaria, in particular, is a
constant concern for residents, as mosquitoes that breed in stagnant water can
quickly become a major problem, especially for children, who are more
vulnerable to these diseases. Many children play in these flooded areas, increasing
the risk of infection.
In addition to malaria,
cholera is also one of the most common diseases during the rainy season, with
frequent outbreaks due to contaminated water. The situation is even more
alarming, given that the sanitation conditions in the neighborhood are already
poor.
Local authorities and the
community have been discussing preventive measures to mitigate the impacts of
this situation. Among the recommendations are the urgent cleaning of the
ditches and raising awareness about the importance of not throwing trash in the
streets. (Sifa Artur)
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