Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage to Arrive in Beigang, Town Initiates Dengue Fever Prevention Cleanup
As the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage is set to arrive in Beigang on April 16, with over 450,000 pilgrims expected, the Beigang Township Office has initiated a town-wide cleanup and disinfection to prevent dengue fever. The National Health Research Institutes' ovitraps detected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in December last year, indicating a potential vector risk. The Township Office urges the public to implement the 'inspect, dump, clean, scrub' principles.
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Yunlin County, April 14 (CNA) The National Health Research Institutes' ovitraps in Beigang Township, Yunlin, detected traces of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in December last year, indicating a potential vector risk in Beigang Township. Due to the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage arriving on April 16, the Beigang Township Office has immediately launched a town-wide cleanup and disinfection, urging the public to implement the 'inspect, dump, clean, scrub' principles.
The Beigang Township Office's cleaning team has completed mosquito control spraying in public areas such as schools and parks within the township, and simultaneously strengthened environmental patrols and source reduction efforts in various villages. Today, cleanup and disinfection were carried out around Beigang Chaotian Temple, clearing stagnant water in containers and reusing discarded tires after drilling holes.
Beigang Township Mayor Hsiao Mei-wen stated that the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage from Baishatun Gongtian Temple will arrive on April 16, with over 450,000 pilgrims expected. As the weather gradually warms up and recent patterns of rain followed by high temperatures easily create stagnant water environments, increasing the risk of mosquito breeding, dengue fever is in its peak season, and prevention efforts cannot be overlooked.
Hsiao Mei-wen pointed out that the National Health Research Institutes' ovitraps in Beigang detected traces of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in December 2025, indicating a potential vector risk in Beigang Township. However, the Beigang Township Office has recently strengthened environmental cleanup and epidemic prevention publicity, continuously promoting source reduction and patrol mechanisms, and the overall situation has significantly improved.
At the same time, the Yunlin County Environmental Protection Bureau has increased the frequency of sewer cleaning before the pilgrimage to strengthen drainage cleaning operations and reduce the risk of stagnant water, providing a safer and more comfortable resting environment for pilgrims from all over Taiwan.
The Beigang Township Office calls on the public to jointly implement the four principles of 'inspect, dump, clean, scrub,' managing the environment in daily life and working together to protect community health. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua) 1150414
The Beigang Township Office's cleaning team has completed mosquito control spraying in public areas such as schools and parks within the township, and simultaneously strengthened environmental patrols and source reduction efforts in various villages. Today, cleanup and disinfection were carried out around Beigang Chaotian Temple, clearing stagnant water in containers and reusing discarded tires after drilling holes.
Beigang Township Mayor Hsiao Mei-wen stated that the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage from Baishatun Gongtian Temple will arrive on April 16, with over 450,000 pilgrims expected. As the weather gradually warms up and recent patterns of rain followed by high temperatures easily create stagnant water environments, increasing the risk of mosquito breeding, dengue fever is in its peak season, and prevention efforts cannot be overlooked.
Hsiao Mei-wen pointed out that the National Health Research Institutes' ovitraps in Beigang detected traces of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in December 2025, indicating a potential vector risk in Beigang Township. However, the Beigang Township Office has recently strengthened environmental cleanup and epidemic prevention publicity, continuously promoting source reduction and patrol mechanisms, and the overall situation has significantly improved.
At the same time, the Yunlin County Environmental Protection Bureau has increased the frequency of sewer cleaning before the pilgrimage to strengthen drainage cleaning operations and reduce the risk of stagnant water, providing a safer and more comfortable resting environment for pilgrims from all over Taiwan.
The Beigang Township Office calls on the public to jointly implement the four principles of 'inspect, dump, clean, scrub,' managing the environment in daily life and working together to protect community health. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua) 1150414
FAQ
When will the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage arrive in Beigang?
The Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage is scheduled to arrive in Beigang on April 16.
Why is a town-wide cleanup and disinfection being carried out in Beigang?
It is being carried out for dengue fever prevention, especially in anticipation of the large number of pilgrims for the Baishatun Mazu Pilgrimage.
Is there a risk of dengue fever in Beigang Township?
Yes, traces of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes were detected in ovitraps by the National Health Research Institutes in December last year, indicating a potential vector risk.