Coming This Summer to Florida: Zika

The population of mosquitoes in Florida is somewhat concerning to public health officials. In fact, many public health agencies are keeping a watchful eye on Florida and its mosquitoes for one reason: the Zika virus. This virus has already infection over 5100 people in the United States, and that number may only rise as summer…

Zika in 2017

In southern Florida, 2016 was a big year for Zika virus, but 2017 could be even worse. The first locally transmitted cases were reported in July 2016, and the numbers have increased steadily. Health officials are concerned that the mild winter will give mosquito populations a chance to flourish and infect new victims. Confirmed cases…

Common Breeding Grounds For Mosquitoes

South Florida provides the ideal breeding environment for mosquitoes. With a hot and humid climate, mosquitoes can thrive throughout the year and breed in areas where standing water occurs. Whether it’s swampy areas or upturned buckets in residential yards, these nuisance pests cause a real concern for people living throughout South Florida and across the…