In the rivers, canals, and sewers of Vinh Ninh village (Vinh Quynh commune, Thanh Tri district, Hanoi ), the water is black and emits a foul odor, causing environmental pollution. Many areas here are covered in garbage.
No littering signs have been posted in many places, but people still don't comply. Currently, this area is considered a "hotspot" for dengue fever.
Around Vinh Ninh village, the polluted drainage system, stagnant ponds, and overgrown vegetation easily pose a risk of dengue fever outbreaks.
Currently, Thanh Tri district is one of the districts in Hanoi with the highest number of dengue fever cases, with Vinh Quynh commune accounting for 70% of the district's dengue fever cases.
As of August 22nd, this commune had 257 dengue fever cases, six times higher than the total for the entire year of 2022. Notably, Vinh Ninh village alone accounted for over 90% of the dengue fever cases in the commune.
According to Mr. Khuat Van Son, Director of the Thanh Tri District Health Center, combating dengue fever requires the entire community to resolutely implement preventive measures in a coordinated manner, following guidelines and procedures.
Therefore, the role of village and neighborhood leaders, members of the task force, and members of various organizations in taking action and disseminating information to the people is a decisive factor.
The ditches surrounding the village are all polluted.
According to Vu Cao Cuong, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Health, the peak of the dengue fever epidemic in Hanoi in 2023 is predicted to occur around September and October. During this period, the weather is rainy and hot, creating favorable conditions for the breeding of mosquito larvae and disease-transmitting mosquitoes.
"Hanoi has had many outbreaks with numerous cases, leading to a high risk of dengue fever spreading. Especially during this period, students from neighboring provinces are starting to come to Hanoi to study, which is also a reason for the increase in the number of cases among those susceptible to dengue fever," Mr. Cuong shared.
Mr. T., a resident of Vinh Ninh village, said that three out of his four family members contracted dengue fever. After more than a week of treatment at the hospital, Mr. T. and his family stayed home to rest and requested a few extra days off from work.
According to Mr. T., there are still many outbreaks of disease in Vinh Ninh village. Many families still lack awareness of maintaining general hygiene. Wastewater flowing into rivers and canals accumulates over time, causing pollution.
"During my hospital stay for dengue fever, I constantly had a fever and body aches. It was more exhausting than having COVID-19 or other infectious diseases," Mr. T shared.
Locals say that this place used to be safe for swimming, but now everyone is disgusted by the sight.
Mr. T. also added that previously, the rivers and canals surrounding the village were very clean, and it was possible to swim in them during the summer, but now they are filled with wastewater. This is a low-lying area of Thanh Tri district, and during the harvest season, water from the To Lich and Nhue rivers, along with pollutants, flows in. The water, unable to drain properly for a long time, is extremely polluted.
According to some local residents, the Vinh Ninh village agricultural cooperative has been arbitrarily taking untreated, foul-smelling water from the Nhue and To Lich rivers for irrigation, using it twice a year for both seasons. This may also be a reason for the increased environmental pollution in Vinh Ninh village.
"It's not just my house, it's the same in every house. Some days, we catch a whole bag of mosquitoes with our mosquito traps. It's a haunting sight. In the middle of Hanoi, the capital city, wastewater surrounds an entire village. We hope the authorities will come up with a plan to stop this situation," a resident shared.
The indiscriminate dumping of waste has left the ditches black and emitting a strong, foul odor.
Recently, Hanoi also requested the People's Committees of districts, counties, and towns to implement a campaign to eliminate mosquito larvae, ensuring that all areas and households in disease-affected and high-risk zones are inspected and monitored; and to strengthen inspection and supervision of dengue fever prevention and control work in their respective areas. There should be no negligence or complacency in leadership and implementation.
Hanoi also requested that districts and communes in the area resolutely handle organizations and individuals who do not comply with dengue fever prevention and control measures, especially at construction sites, production and business establishments, enterprises, restaurants, etc., in order to decisively prevent a strong outbreak of the disease.
Mr. Tri
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