Cholera Outbreak in Southern Sudan Causes 58 Deaths and Spreads Rapidly
A cholera outbreak in southern Sudan has led to 1,351 cases and 58 deaths. The rapid spread in Kosti city stemmed from contaminated water due to an attack on the local electricity station. The government is responding with urgent health interventions, including a vaccination campaign and increased medical resources.
The Sudanese Health Ministry has reported a significant cholera outbreak in southern Sudan, with a total of 1,351 confirmed cases and 58 fatalities. The disease has notably spread rapidly within Kosti city, located in White Nile State, where the outbreak was attributed primarily to contaminated drinking water. This contamination resulted from the shutdown of the city’s main water station, following an attack by the Rapid Support Forces militia on the nearby Um Dabakir electricity station.
In summary, the cholera outbreak in southern Sudan is severely impacting the region with alarming casualty figures and an overwhelming number of cases. The government is taking urgent measures to control the outbreak, including reactivating the water supply and launching vaccination campaigns. Amidst ongoing civil conflict, the health crisis raises significant concerns for public health and safety.
Original Source: news.az
