Agriculture ministry denies spread of locust swarms in Matrouh

CAIRO, March 15 (MENA) – The Agriculture Ministry dismissed reports circulated on some websites and social media about the spread of locust swarms in Matrouh governorate.

In a statement on Sunday, the ministry said a committee has been formed to inspect an area east of the governorate to verify the reports and they found out that such reports were baseless.

The ministry also said that it placed all facilities on high alert and coordinated with all bodies concerned and provided all equipment and pesticides needed to battle locusts.

The ministry also urged all media outlets to verify the accuracy of any information to avoid spreading rumors on this score.