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Officials issue mosquito-borne illness advisory after dengue fever case in Hillsborough County

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HILLSBOROUGH CO., Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory after confirming there was a case of dengue fever.

Officials remind the community to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes as the county coordinates surveillance and prevention efforts by conducting aerial spraying.

For more information, visit the department's website or contact DOH-Hillsborough by calling 813-307-8000.

U.S. Coast Guard finds 4 missing Polk County boaters alive after their boat capsized

Officials said the missing boat capsized about 26 miles offshore, and all four occupants are alive.

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