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Lucknow reports 87 dengue cases in five days
Lucknow has recorded 87 new dengue cases in just five days between 29 September and 3 October, taking the total for 2026 to 342, according to local health administration data.
The spike follows three consecutive days of rainfall that caused waterlogging, creating breeding grounds for Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Health officials said stagnant water in coolers, flower pots, discarded tyres and containers may sustain mosquito breeding.
Only five malaria inspectors and their teams are overseeing vector control across the city's 110 wards. District malaria officer Ritu Srivastava said teams are focusing on source reduction, anti-larva spraying and fogging in vulnerable locations. Residents have been urged to prevent water accumulation and use mosquito nets.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The 87 fresh cases in five days signal a fast-rising outbreak in a city with just five vector-control teams for 110 wards. The health administration has not said whether additional inspectors will be deployed, leaving a critical gap. October is typically the peak month for dengue in Lucknow, and the rain has extended the breeding season. The next few weeks will show whether the intensified fogging and source reduction can contain the surge.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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