The people of Deraniyagala have been warned about the spread of chikungunya in the area. About 150 are suspected to have contracted this disease, said Dr. A. N. Palinda Karunatilleke, DMO, Eratne Rural Hospital. Dr. Karunatilleke has informed the Public Health Inspector to create an awareness among the public about this disease. The spread of this fever is attributed to the insanitary conditions in certain estate line rooms.