Tag

Tampa Bay

All articles tagged with #tampa bay

health10 days ago•0 min saved

Tampa Bay dengue outbreak hits 259 cases as officials launch aggressive mosquito control

Dengue fever cases in Florida’s Tampa Bay region have surged to 259 locally acquired infections in Hillsborough County alone, with Pinellas County reporting 20 cases. Health officials describe this as the largest outbreak in Florida’s modern history, driven by heavy rains and standing water. A Clearwater resident, Tim Libert, shares his severe recovery experience, highlighting the 'bone-breaking' pain associated with the virus. In response, Tampa crews have removed 23 tons of tires and are conducting door-to-door inspections to eliminate breeding grounds. Hillsborough County has allocated over $4.1 million for mosquito control, while state and local authorities urge residents to drain standing water to prevent further transmission.

via FOX 13 Tampa Bay|

#dengue-fever #florida #health

health-and-environment10 days ago•2 min saved

Tampa Bay Dengue Outbreak Reaches Historic Levels Amid Heavy Rain

Dengue cases in the Tampa Bay area have surged to unprecedented levels, with Hillsborough County reporting 259 confirmed cases as of early October. State and local officials have declared emergencies and allocated over $4.1 million for mosquito control. Health experts warn that a combination of heavy rainfall, high humidity, and the presence of the Aedes aegypti mosquito is driving the outbreak, which is now the largest in Florida’s modern history. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water to prevent further transmission.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#dengue-fever #florida #health-and-environment

health22 days ago•24 min saved

Florida Declares Emergency as Dengue Cases Surge to 190

Florida health officials have declared a state of emergency in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties due to a 'wildly unusual' surge in locally acquired dengue fever cases. The Florida Department of Health reports 190 confirmed cases and one death, with Hillsborough County accounting for the majority of infections. While recent mosquito testing shows no active virus transmission, experts warn that the disease is becoming a 'new normal' in the US due to climate factors and proximity to endemic regions.

via New York Post|

#dengue-fever #emergency-declaration #florida-public-health

sports24 days ago•3 min saved

Red Sox Weigh Tampa Bay Move for Final Game as Nor'easter Looms

The Boston Red Sox are discussing relocating their final regular-season game against the Chicago Cubs to an alternate city due to a severe nor'easter threatening the Boston area. While MLB has already moved Sunday's game to a Friday doubleheader at Fenway Park, Saturday's matchup remains at risk. Manager Chad Tracy confirmed discussions about alternative sites, with Tampa Bay emerging as a likely destination. A decision is expected soon to allow teams to travel if necessary, as the series outcome is critical for National League playoff seeding.

via Boston Herald|

#boston-red-sox #chicago-cubs #mlb-schedule

health25 days ago

Tampa Bay Counties Declare Emergency as Dengue Cases Surge to 190

Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties have declared local states of emergency to combat a surge in dengue fever cases. As of September 19, Florida has reported 190 locally acquired cases, with Hillsborough County accounting for 170. The emergency declarations allow officials to waive routine procedures, access state funding, and accelerate mosquito control efforts, including chemical spraying and overtime labor. A recent fatality in Hillsborough County marks the first dengue-related death in the Tampa Bay area in nearly a century.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#dengue-fever #florida #health

health25 days ago•3 min saved

Tampa Bay Counties Declare Emergency as Dengue Cases Surge Past 170

Three Tampa Bay area counties have declared local states of emergency in response to a sharp rise in dengue fever cases. Hillsborough County, which accounts for the majority of infections, recently recorded its first dengue-related death of the year. Health officials are urging residents to eliminate standing water and use repellents as mosquito-borne transmission intensifies across the region.

via FOX 13 Tampa Bay|

#dengue-fever #florida #health

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Florida confirms first dengue death of 2026 as local outbreak intensifies in Tampa Bay

Florida has confirmed its first dengue-related death of 2026, marking a significant escalation in a local outbreak centered in the Tampa Bay area. Gay Small, an 80-year-old resident of Hillsborough County, died on September 4 from complications including septic shock and multi-organ failure. While her family believes she contracted the virus abroad years ago, the current surge involves locally transmitted cases. As of September 12, the state reported 152 cases, with Hillsborough County accounting for 134. Health officials are intensifying mosquito control efforts, noting that recent insecticide treatments have successfully reduced the viral load in local mosquito populations, though public cooperation in eliminating standing water remains critical to prevent further spread.

via Fox News|

#dengue-fever #florida-health #health

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Tampa woman dies from dengue fever, potentially marking first local fatality in a century

Gay Small, an 80-year-old Tampa resident, died from dengue fever after contracting the disease locally. Her family states she had not traveled recently, suggesting infection occurred within her neighborhood. This case may be the first dengue-related death in the Tampa Bay area in nearly 100 years. The incident highlights the severity of the current outbreak, where over 200 Floridians have been hospitalized since July. Small’s rapid decline from mild symptoms to organ failure underscores the risks for older adults and those with prior exposure to the virus.

via tampabay.com|

#dengue-fever #florida #health

health1 month ago•42 min saved

Florida dengue cases surge to 73 as Tampa Bay launches joint aerial spraying

Florida reported 32 new locally acquired dengue cases in one week, bringing the statewide total to 73 as of August 29. Hillsborough County leads with 59 cases, prompting joint aerial spraying efforts with Pasco County. While no deaths have been recorded, officials warn that the outbreak is the largest in nearly a century and requires aggressive community action to break the transmission cycle.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#dengue #florida #health

health1 month ago•15 min saved

Florida Dengue Crisis Intensifies with First Potential Death and Aerial Spraying

Florida is experiencing a severe surge in locally acquired dengue fever cases, with the state leading the U.S. in infections. As of late August, there were 73 confirmed local cases, primarily in Hillsborough County. A potential first local death in nearly a century was reported in Tampa, involving an 80-year-old woman. In response, authorities are conducting extensive aerial pesticide spraying and urging residents to eliminate standing water to break the transmission cycle.

via jezebel.com|

#dengue-fever #florida-health #health

health1 month ago•56 min saved

Florida braces for dengue surge as locally acquired cases rise across the state

Florida is seeing a rise in locally acquired dengue cases (41 statewide, with several in Tampa Bay), prompting mosquito-control agencies to increase surveillance, inspections and spraying as officials warn cases may climb in the coming weeks; residents are urged to drain standing water, wear repellents, and follow health guidance to curb transmission.

via yahoo.com|

#dengue-fever #florida #health

health1 month ago•20 min saved

Florida dengue outbreak intensifies as Tampa Bay counties deploy joint aerial spraying

Florida is experiencing a significant surge in locally acquired dengue cases, with officials warning of further increases. As of September 1, the state had recorded 41 local cases, concentrated in Tampa Bay. Hillsborough and Pasco counties have launched coordinated helicopter spraying operations to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito. While no deaths have been reported, health authorities emphasize that the virus spreads through local travel and standing water, urging residents to eliminate breeding sites and use repellents to prevent additional transmission.

via New York Post|

#dengue #florida #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Florida Dengue Cases Surge to 73 as Tampa Bay Counties Coordinate Aerial Spraying

Locally acquired dengue cases in Florida have reached 73 this year, with the Tampa Bay region serving as the primary hotspot. Hillsborough County reports 59 confirmed infections, all identified as the DENV-2 strain, while Pinellas and Pasco counties have also recorded cases. Officials are intensifying aerial and ground spraying, with neighboring counties coordinating resources to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Health authorities warn that cases may continue to rise, urging residents to eliminate standing water and use repellents to prevent further transmission.

via Fox News|

#dengue-fever #florida-health #health

public-health1 month ago•0 min saved

Tampa Bay Dengue Response Escalates with Multi-County Aerial Spraying

Hillsborough and Pasco counties have launched joint helicopter spraying operations to combat a surge in locally acquired dengue cases in the Tampa Bay area. While no deaths have been reported, health officials warn that the virus is spreading rapidly through urban neighborhoods, requiring aggressive intervention to break the transmission cycle.

via Spectrum Bay News 9|

#aedes-aegypti #dengue-fever #florida-health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Tampa Bay dengue cases double to 65 as officials warn of ongoing transmission risk

Florida health officials reported 65 locally acquired dengue cases in the Tampa Bay region, a sharp increase from 33 earlier in the week. Hillsborough County accounts for 59 of these infections, with 14 positive mosquito pools identified. Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo warned that more cases are expected, urging residents to use repellent and eliminate standing water to curb the spread of the DENV-2 virus.

via FOX 13 Tampa Bay|

#dengue-fever #florida-health #health