PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Pasco County has confirmed two cases of locally acquired dengue fever. The Pasco County Mosquito Control District (PCMCD) reported the cases on Tuesday but advised the public that there is a heightened risk of more cases.
Dengue fever primarily spreads through infected mosquitoes and can cause headaches, fever, chills, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, pain behind the eyes, and rash.
Hillsborough County also reported a local case of Dengue fever in June.
PCMCD said they will have additional aerial and ground spraying in Pasco County to protect residents.
Residents are urged to take extra precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites, such as draining standing water from their property, covering their skin with clothing, and using repellent if they are outdoors.
Victims identified from Sunday shooting outside Clearwater sports bar
Officials said the incident happened just before 8 p.m. on Dec. 7 when multiple calls came in about gunfire near the South Highland Avenue business.
