Dangerous Mosquito-Borne Virus Spreads in Florida as Officials Warn of Rising Cases

Dangerous mosquito-borne virus spreads in Florida as officials warn of rising cases

Mosquito control is ramping up efforts as dengue fever cases surge across the state. Tampa Bay is a hot zone with 33 local cases, part of 41 statewide, and officials warn numbers will keep climbing. Residents can help by dumping standing water and using repellent, following the “Three Ds” to stop the spread.

Dangerous mosquito-borne virus spreads in one state as officials warn of rising cases

Dengue fever cases in Tampa Bay and across Florida are rising, with 41 locally acquired cases statewide. Mosquito-control agencies are ramping up surveillance and spraying.