Male’ City Council Urges Residents to Remove Stagnant Water Amid Mosquito Breeding Concerns

Male’ City Council has urged residents and businesses in Malé and Vilimalé to remove stagnant water and keep their surroundings clean, as authorities raise concerns over mosquito breeding amid the ongoing southwest monsoon.

The council is inspecting areas across Malé and Vilimalé to identify and eliminate mosquito breeding grounds and has called on the public to take preventive measures to reduce the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.

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We are inspecting areas across Malé and Vilimale to identify and eliminate mosquito breeding grounds. We urge residents and businesses to remove stagnant water and keep their surroundings clean to help prevent mosquito breeding and protect our community. pic.twitter.com/mooAVDjYI5— Malé City Council (@MaleCitymv) August 15, 2026

A total of 443 dengue cases were recorded in the Maldives last month, a decrease from the 673 cases reported in June.

Dengue is a disease spread by infected mosquitoes, with stagnant water providing breeding grounds for mosquitoes. The risk of mosquito breeding increases during the southwest monsoon as rainfall leaves water collected in small spaces around homes, businesses and other areas.

The mosquito-control efforts come as wet weather continues across the country. The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET) forecast scattered showers, including heavy rain and thunderstorms, with conditions expected to improve today before slight showers return tomorrow.