Checking Mosquito Pest

In N. Guinea

IVEW regulations have been promulgated in New Guinea for the destruction and prevention of mosquitoes.

Landowners are advised that five means are prescribed whereby persons shall pre vent mosquitoes breeding in ponds, puddles, tanks, etc. They are: (a) by keeping the water constantly treated with kerosene or oil; (b) by keeping the water stocked with larvae-destroying fish; (c) by covering all openings in tanks, etc. with fine wire mesh, or with flap valves; (d) by drawing off all water or liquid and allowing puddles, etc, to dry; (e) by emptying receptacles and thoroughly scrubbing their interior before refilling, once at least every seven days.

The regulations provide that disused tins, etc. shall not be kept on premises; that owners shall construct and maintain gutters and drains; and that owners of land shall remove undergrowth and vegetation likely to harbour mosquitoes or obstruct watercourses.

Failure to comply with the new regula tions may mean a fine of £25, and a fur ther penalty of £5 for every day during which the offence continues.