Description of the situation
10 February 1998
Disease Outbreak Reported
Up to 5 February 1998 a total of 485 cases with 83 deaths (CFR 17.1%) has been reported since the outbreak began on 27 November 1997. Four areas of Pointe-Noire are currently affected, the worst being Arrondissements III and IV where water quality and sanitary conditions are extremely poor. It is estimated that the number of cases has levelled out at 10 cases per day in Pointe-Noire. Madingo-Kayes which is 80 kms north of Pointe-Noire on the coast and Kaka Mueka 180 kms to the north-east in forest area have also reported cholera outbreaks although figures are not yet available The situation in neighbouring countries is being carefully monitored and WHO is facilitating the exchange of information with these countries.