Dengue Surge Hits Florida Hard | Huntsville News

Florida’s dengue fever outbreak is heating up locally — not just from travelers, but right here at home. As of September 1, 41 cases have been confirmed, with Tampa Bay leading the charge at 33. Hillsborough County alone accounts for 30, while Miami-Dade, Pinellas, and Palm Beach report smaller but growing numbers. With cases expected to rise, health officials have issued mosquito-borne illness alerts in Hillsborough and Pinellas. Dengue, a fever-causing virus spread by mosquitoes, is already a record-breaking year nationwide — and Florida’s getting hit hard. Experts urge residents to eliminate standing water, wear protective gear outdoors, and use repellent to stay safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/588d2747d80867ef