Two dengue deaths in 2025 as cases surge past 5,300

• Over 400 cases in four days  

By Sheain Fernandopulle   

Sri Lanka has reported two dengue-related deaths in 2025, with the total number of cases reaching 5,362 as of February 3, according to National Dengue Control Unit.  

January recorded 4,943 cases, while February has already seen 419 cases in its first few days. The Western Province remains the most affected, accounting for nearly half of the total cases (2,398), followed by the Southern Province (667) and the Eastern Province (604).  

Among districts, Colombo leads with 719 cases, followed closely by the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area with 651 cases. Other high-burden districts include Gampaha (617) and Kalutara (435). Meanwhile, some districts, such as Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu, have reported minimal cases.  

Furthermore, authorities have identified 16 high-risk MOH areas for week 4 of 2025, while the average number of cases recorded at midnight during the same week stood at 360.  

Health officials urge the public to take preventive measures, including eliminating mosquito breeding sites and seeking medical attention for fever lasting more than two days.