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NewsWFLA News Channel 8September 9, 2026Hillsborough County

Health officials warn Hillsborough County dengue outbreak will take time to slow

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Health and mosquito control officials in Hillsborough County warn that the local dengue outbreak could take time to wind down as crews work to find and treat mosquito breeding sites.

Public HealthDisease OutbreakMosquito ControlDengue
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Why It Matters

Residents in Hillsborough County face ongoing exposure to a while mosquito control crews inspect and treat breeding sites.

Key Facts

  • Health and mosquito control officials are warning residents about a dengue outbreak in Hillsborough County.
  • The outbreak could take time to wind down.
  • Crews are continuing to work to find and treat mosquito breeding sites.

Who's Mentioned

locationPasco County“Provided assistance through mosquito control teams”PersonCarla Fry“Administrator and health officer for the Florida Department of Health in Hillsbo”OrganizationFlorida Department of Health in Hillsborough County“Public health agency addressing the outbreak”locationManatee County“Provided assistance through mosquito control teams”locationHillsborough County“Location of the dengue outbreak and mosquito control operations”otherAedes aegypti“Mosquito species predominantly seen transmitting dengue”