Measles: Nearly 15 children in critical condition

Residents say children can not be taken to hospitals as all roads are blocked because of heavy rain and snowfall.

SWAT:

More than 15 children suffering from measles and pneumonia were reported in critical condition in Ushu and Matiltan, Kalam tehsil.

Residents said the children could not be taken to hospitals as all roads in the area are blocked because of heavy rain and snowfall.

They have asked the health department for immediate emergency measures to clear the roads.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 6^th, 2013.