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Weekend Reset: Lift and Empty Flowerpot Plates to Stop Mosquito Breeding

Plantation Plaza shares dengue prevention tips: lift and empty flowerpot plates and dish trays weekly, as Aedes eggs can become adults in 7-10 days.

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Weekend Reset: Lift and Empty Flowerpot Plates to Stop Mosquito Breeding

Lifting and emptying a terracotta flowerpot plate into a sink

Flowerpot plates and dish trays are among the most easily overlooked breeding spots at home. Even a small amount of stagnant water is enough for mosquitoes to breed, and Aedes mosquitoes lay their eggs there, which can develop into adults in just 7 to 10 days.

As part of a Weekend Reset routine, residents are encouraged to LIFT and empty plates and trays, then give them a quick rinse. This simple habit removes stagnant water before mosquitoes can complete their breeding cycle.

For more dengue prevention tips, visit https://go.gov.sg/2026-dp.