Schools on Alert: Monsoon Fever Spreads!

Erode district administration has mandated heightened disease prevention protocols in all educational institutions. This directive comes in response to a rise in fever, dengue, and influenza-like illnesses, compounded by the onset of the monsoon season. Institutions are required to ensure immediate and weekly cleaning and chlorination of water tanks, alongside regular cleaning of RO filters and boiling of drinking water.

Toilets and urinals must be cleaned twice daily. Emphasis is placed on providing adequate and separate facilities for male and female students and staff, with hand-washing stations mandated near critical areas. Dengue prevention includes observing Saturdays as 'Dry Days' and clearing potential water-holding containers on campus.

Furthermore, institutions must segregate and dispose of solid waste daily, preventing open dumping and burning. The sale of unhygienic or expired food is prohibited. Health officials are to be notified of student or staff illness symptoms, with immediate reporting to health facilities if multiple cases arise in a class. Surprise inspections are underway by education, health, and local body officials.