An ongoing dengue outbreak in Chittagong has resulted in 2,517 infections and 23 deaths across the district so far this year. The City Corporation Mayor reports that while 10 people died within the city, 13 deaths occurred in the wider district, specifically identifying Sitakunda Upazila as a hotspot. Authorities are continuing control measures, including the application of BTI larvicide in the city.
Disease
dengue
Confirmed cases
2,517
Confirmed deaths
23
Notes
Dengue outbreak reported across Chittagong, with Sitakunda Upazila identified as having high infection and mortality rates.
| Scope | Source wording |
|---|---|
| 1 · district | চট্টগ্রাম জেলা ও সিটি কর্পোরেশন এলাকা |