Hong Kong authorities will proactively intervene to halt the spread of chikungunya fever, as indicated by the Minister.
Hong Kong Takes Proactive Steps to Combat Chikungunya Fever
Hong Kong is taking an "act first" approach to tackle the threat of chikungunya fever, with a focus on eliminating mosquito breeding grounds, even in places where responsibility for maintenance is unclear.
According to the Environment Minister, Tse Chin-wan, the current situation is critical for disease prevention in Hong Kong. Tse Chin-wan made these statements on a radio programme, emphasizing the importance of addressing the issue promptly.
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) will act first to clean stagnant water or potential mosquito problems in private places where the person in charge is unclear. This includes "three-nil" buildings, which are private structures without an owners' corporation, a residents' organisation, or a property management company.
Tse Chin-wan also urged other government departments to adopt the same proactive approach, addressing issues as they arise and minimizing delays due to jurisdictional disputes.
The chikungunya fever in Hong Kong is mosquito-borne, and the city recorded its sixth imported case the day before Tse Chin-wan's statements. Hong Kong's strategy for tackling the disease involves a proactive clearance of stagnant water in private places regardless of unclear management responsibility.
This measure complements Hong Kong's broader multi-pronged prevention strategy that includes enhanced local testing, vector surveillance, cross-border cooperation, public education, and health advice for travelers. The authorities maintain surveillance at boundary control points and conduct prompt investigations and vector control once cases are detected.
In summary, Hong Kong adopts a proactive clearance of stagnant water in private places regardless of unclear management responsibility, supported by coordinated vector control, surveillance, and public health measures to combat Chikungunya fever.
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