DISEASE SPREAD PREVENTION DURING FLOOD

 

• Aim is to reduce the risk of communicable diseases that spread just after a flood.

• Ensure uninterrupted provision of safe drinking water by chlorination. Use chlorine tablets or bleaching powder in the concentration of 0.2-0.25 mg/l to remove nearly all water borne pathogens, bacteria and viruses.

• Water must be boiled before drinking.

• Persons involved in the management of drinking water, waste water or sewage may be vaccinated against hepatitis A.

• Prevent breeding of mosquitos by avoiding stagnation of water and using insecticides.

• Promote and practice good hygiene practices.

• Ensure safe preparation of food. Do not consume uncooked food.

• Be careful and look for early symptoms of diseases like malaria, dengue, yellow fever and start treatment at the earliest.