KARIMUN -- As part of its commitment to support public health in its operational areas, PT Timah Tbk, through the Division Head of Kundur Area, swiftly carried out fogging to combat the spread of Dengue Fever (DBD) in Dusun 1, Gemuruh Village, West Kundur District, on Wednesday (11/6/2025).
This action was taken following reports from local residents regarding several dengue cases affecting people in the area.
The Head of Dusun 1 Selat Beliah, Yusri, appreciated PT Timah’s prompt response in addressing the health emergency. He stated that the fogging activity is crucial to prevent the spread of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, the primary carriers of the dengue virus.
"On behalf of the residents of Dusun 1 Selat Beliah, I would like to thank PT Timah for conducting the fogging. We hope this effort can break the chain of dengue transmission and protect the community from a potential outbreak," Yusri said.
Similarly, the Head of Gemuruh Village, Ary Supriadi, also expressed his appreciation to PT Timah for its concern and quick response. He mentioned that several residents had previously been infected with dengue and required medical treatment, but their conditions have since improved.
"We are very grateful for PT Timah’s concern in carrying out fogging in our area. This is a tangible example of the company's attention to public health, and we hope this effort can prevent further spread," Ary said.
Ary also encouraged the community to raise awareness about maintaining a clean environment as part of the ongoing efforts to prevent dengue.
He emphasized that collaboration between the community and the company is essential to create a healthy and disease-free environment.
"We hope PT Timah continues to grow and consistently brings positive contributions to the community," he concluded.
The fogging initiative carried out by PT Timah is part of the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) program in public health, reinforcing its commitment to improving the quality of life of residents near its operational areas.
