Press Release: PASCO COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT INTENSIFIES EFFORTS FOLLOWING HURRICANES HELENE AND MILTON WHILE ALSO COMBATING MOSQUITO-BORNE DISEASE - October 16, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pasco County Mosquito Control District Advises of Additional Local Dengue Cases and Ongoing Enhancement of Mitigation Efforts Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton Pasco County, FL – October 16, 2024 – In response to the recent impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton and the emergence of additional locally acquired dengue virus, the Pasco County Mosquito Control District (PCMCD) has been ramping up its mosquito control efforts. The district is committed to protecting public health by effectively managing mosquito populations through comprehensive ground and aerial activities. Following the identification of additional locally acquired dengue virus cases and two hurricanes,

🦟 How You Can Help:

Use insect repellent with DEET, picaridin, or IR3535 especially during the daytime.
Drain standing water around your home—mosquitoes breed in stagnant water.
Wear protective clothing when outdoors.
Avoid peak mosquito activity times, which are often early morning and late afternoon.

Your safety is our priority. For more information, visit PascoMosquito.org or contact us at 727-376-4568. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from mosquito exposure!

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Full Press Release below:

PCMCD_PressRelease_HurricanesHeleneMilton_Dengue_10162024.pdf

A press release from the Pasco County Mosquito Control regarding intensified efforts after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and combating mosquito-borne diseases.

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