QUEZON City First District Representative Arjo Atayde raised alarm after the local government declared a dengue outbreak in the area, emphasizing the need to protect children from the disease.

Atayde made the statement after the Quezon City   local government announced that 10 individuals died due to dengue, including eight minors.

“Nakakabahala itong pagtaas ng kaso ng bilang ng dengue. Nararapat na tiyakin na ang mga eskwelahan ay nagkakaroon ng mosquito fogging para maiwasan ang mga lamok,” the lawmaker pointed out.

“We must take care of the youth and ensure that they are protected from any harm and diseases,” Atayde added.

Atayde also reminded the public to eliminate stagnant water, especially in and around their homes, as it serves as a breeding ground for mosquitoes that transmit dengue.

Furthermore, Atayde encouraged community-wide efforts to combat dengue, highlighting the role of local governments and health agencies to establish measures that will help fight dengue.

From January 1 to February 13, this year, the number of dengue cases in the city increased to 1,708.

The most recorded is from District 2 reaching 403 and three deaths; followed by District 4 with 325 cases and three deaths and District 5 with 267 cases and three deaths as well and one from District 1.