Bengaluru: The city of Bengaluru has emerged as the epicenter of a dengue outbreak in Karnataka, with the highest number of cases reported across the state. In response to the alarming surge, the Karnataka government has officially declared the situation an epidemic, triggering urgent measures to curb the spread of the virus.
Health authorities are now in overdrive, launching widespread awareness campaigns and ramping up preventive actions across the city. Hospitals and healthcare facilities are on high alert, bracing for the increasing influx of dengue patients. The state government has also allocated additional resources to manage the crisis effectively.
Residents are being urged to take immediate precautions—avoiding stagnant water, using mosquito repellents, and maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings. The government has intensified fogging operations and is distributing mosquito nets in areas hardest hit by the outbreak.
Declaring the situation an epidemic highlights the critical nature of the outbreak, with dengue cases rising at a worrying pace. Officials are appealing to the public for cooperation, stressing the importance of adhering to health guidelines to help control the spread.
As the situation remains dire, the Karnataka government is closely monitoring developments and is committed to bringing the epidemic under control as quickly as possible.
