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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Chigwell 1945
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chigwell]
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| Summary of Nuisances: | |
|---|---|
| Animals improperly kept | 4 |
| Cellars flooded | 5 |
| Cesspool overflows, etc. | 3 |
| Drains blocked or defective | 112 |
| Manure from stables, etc. | 1 |
| Polluted ditches and streams | 6 |
| Smells from dead animals | 2 |
| Water closets defective | 7 |
| Water supply defective or cut off | 12 |
| 152 |
Verminous Houses:
Nine houses were found to be verminous during
the year.
These houses were fumigated with " Thermatox"
with satisfactory results. Number of inspections and
visits—27.
Rats and Mice (Destruction) Act, 1919:
There was a slight rise in the number of complaints.
Four hundred and twenty-eight visits were
made and considerable success has been achieved by
gassing with " Cymag" gas or baiting. There is no
serious infestation, but the presence of rats has been
reported from all over the district.
SECTION D.
Housing Statistics for the year 1945
Number of new houses erected and occupied during
the year 1945 ... ... ... ... 1
Inspection of Dwelling Houses during the Year.
1. («) Total number of dwelling-houses inspected
for housing defects (under Public Health
and Housing Acts) ... ... ... 227
12