Dengue Cases rise Sharply in Kerobokan Village

Kerobokan Village, situated in the Sawan District of Buleleng Regency, Bali, is grappling with a meaningful outbreak of dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF). Dozens of residents have been affected, prompting immediate action from local volunteer groups.

Community Volunteers Step In to Combat Dengue Spread

Faced with what they perceive as a delayed response from regional authorities, volunteer teams have initiated fogging operations across the village. These efforts aim to curtail the escalating number of infections.

Putu Wisnu Wardana, the Head of kerobokan Village, highlighted the rapid increase in cases since March 2025.Almost dozens of DHF cases. Now there is one of our residents who have just returned from the hospital, he stated, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

Frustration with Government Response Leads to Self-reliant Action

Wardana explained the decision to enlist volunteer support, citing concerns about the timeliness of government-led interventions. Maybe because the regional government is widely handling, it becomes slow to handle it. So that we, the village government, ask for volunteer assistance to do fogging, he noted.

Volunteer-Led Fogging Operations Underway

Ketut Putra Sedana is leading a team of volunteers in carrying out the essential fogging. This is a form of our participation to participate in alleviating the community and the government. With this way we expect, the community will be healthy, Sedana said, underscoring the community’s commitment to public health.

Challenges and Calls for Support

The effectiveness of fogging operations hinges on logistical support, notably the availability of fuel. Sedana appealed for government assistance in streamlining access to resources like diesel, emphasizing the importance of cooperation for public health.

To get diesel, we hope things like this please don’t be complex. must find this way. One of the community services needs good cooperation. For the sake of public health.

Bali’s Dengue Threat: A Wider Outlook

buleleng’s increased rainfall and humidity have created ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes, exacerbating the dengue risk. The region is now considered a high-risk zone for DHF transmission.according to the World Health Organization (WHO), dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease that causes flu-like illness, and occasionally develops into a perhaps lethal complication called severe dengue. The global incidence of dengue has grown dramatically in recent decades, making it a significant public health challenge.

The Importance of Collaborative Efforts

Stopping the spread of dengue requires a concerted effort from all stakeholders. Community engagement,coupled with efficient resource allocation and timely government intervention,is crucial to mitigating the impact of this public health threat. The situation in Kerobokan Village serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by dengue fever and the importance of proactive measures to protect vulnerable communities.