Zoomlion Ghana commences post-flood disinfection exercise in Wedt Gonja
Exercise targets markets, lorry parks and other public spaces following June floods.
Zoomlion Ghana Limited, along with municipal and district assemblies in Bono East, has initiated a comprehensive disinfection and fumigation campaign across the region. This initiative, prompted by the extensive flooding and heavy rainfall experienced across Ghana in the past two months, aims to prevent disease outbreaks. The exercise, which commenced in Techiman, the regional capital, targets high-risk areas such as marketplaces, lorry terminals, public and institutional toilets, communal container sites, slaughterhouses, recreational facilities, government offices, educational institutions, and health facilities.
The regional manager of Zoomlion Ghana Limited, Bennedict Awuah, explained that the disinfection process targets these areas due to the contamination caused by the severe flooding. The primary goal is to eradicate disease-causing organisms and vectors from these places, breaking the cycle of disease transmission. Awuah emphasized the importance of the exercise in preventing outbreaks of diseases like cholera, dengue fever, and typhoid fever, warning that indiscriminate waste disposal exacerbates the situation.
He urged residents to dispose of waste in designated areas to ensure the success of the initiative. The Bono East Regional Environmental Officer, Gyan Lamptey, confirmed that while Techiman avoided severe flooding, the region still faced significant challenges, leading to the collaboration with Zoomlion. The exercise will involve various critical areas, including container sites, public latrines, storm drains, and slaughterhouses, aiming to enhance public health and prevent water-related diseases.
Techiman South's Municipal Chief Executive, Kwaku Adjei Mensah, highlighted the municipality's readiness to participate in the exercise, noting that the team will visit all designated areas to ensure comprehensive fumigation and disinfection. The initiative is seen as a critical step towards maintaining a cleaner, healthier, and safer environment for the residents of Bono East, especially during the rainy season.
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