Pasco County Issues Local State of Emergency

Dengue Fever identified in Pasco and surrounding areas

September 24, 2026 michele525 ABOVE THE FOLD, HEALTH NEWS, IN THE LOOP, PASCO COUNTY NEWS 0

Media Release | September 23, 2026
Pasco County Media Relations & Communications

PASCO COUNTY, FL —- The Pasco Board of County Commissioners issues a Local State of Emergency for Pasco County in response to the mosquito-borne viral infection, dengue fever, impacting the community and region. This allows the County Administrator and Emergency Management Director to waive everyday procedures and do what they believe is necessary to ensure the health, safety and welfare of our community.

The Local State of Emergency is in effect for 7 days or until rescinded by the County Administrator if it’s no longer needed.

Pasco County is providing support, as necessary, to the Pasco County Mosquito Control District and the Florida Department of Health in Pasco County (DOH-Pasco).

Follow the “Drain and Cover” principles and practice these basic precautions to reduce mosquito production and protect yourself.

For more information on dengue fever prevention and mosquito control efforts:

Pasco County Mosquito Control District: pascomosquito.org | 727.376.4568
Florida Department of Health in Pasco County: pasco.floridahealth.gov | 727.619.0300