Jammu, Sept. 6 -- Fears of a widespread dengue outbreak are mounting in Jammu as rainwater remains logged in several parts of the city and adjoining localities. Experts warn that mosquito breeding in these stagnant waters could surge within a week, potentially spiking dengue cases after September 15.
Although dengue typically peaks in mid-October, health officials caution that the city may see an early rise this year. Currently, 55 cases have been reported within Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) limits-significantly lower than the 104 cases reported during the same period in 2024.
The last week has witnessed a steady increase in daily dengue cases. On August 30, 15 cases were detected, followed by 22 on September 1, 32 on September 3, 30...