Potters Residents Raise Health Concerns Over Unfinished Gutter and Stagnant Water

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Residents in Potters Village are calling on the relevant authorities to urgently address an unfinished gutter that has reportedly been left unattended for weeks, resulting in a buildup of stagnant water and an increase in mosquitoes.

One resident said the gutter, located directly across the road from their home, was dug up for repair works but has yet to be completed.

According to the resident, marl stones that were expected to be used to complete the work remain at the site, while the gutter has since filled with green stagnant water.

The resident said the water has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes and a habitat for frogs, making conditions increasingly uncomfortable for people living in the area, particularly during the evening hours.

“We cannot come out of our houses in the evening without being attacked by mosquitoes,” the resident said.

Residents are also concerned about the potential health risks posed by the stagnant water, including mosquito-borne illnesses such as dengue.

They are appealing to the Ministry of Public Works, APUA or whichever agency is responsible for the work to visit the area and complete the gutter as soon as possible.

Residents say they hope the problem can be addressed before conditions worsen and become a greater public health concern.

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Comments (7)

  • Just watching August 29, 2026, 10:49 AM

    Michael Freeland the waste MP for st George am so upset i didn’t vote for joel
    Reply
  • MaryJoe August 29, 2026, 11:28 AM

    Michael Freeland is just like his late father. Thank God I didn’t voted for him. Joel would have done a better job. Joel care for people and country.
    Reply
  • Sigh August 29, 2026, 3:21 PM

    But that seem to be ab Apua matter to me and not a freeland matter. Wher2 does freeland come in?
    Reply
    • Dutty August 30, 2026, 7:42 AM

      Freeland is the representative for that community all those were promises he made during his campaign
      Reply
  • Juju Bee August 29, 2026, 9:18 PM

    A mosquito playground. Fix this please
    Reply
  • Dutty August 30, 2026, 7:53 AM

    Talk to your representative when they in power they forget the people and all what they promise to do
    Reply
  • Anonymous August 30, 2026, 9:14 AM

    Wha about the studio that was to be built at old burnig flames band house he promised
    Reply

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