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Florida dengue cases rise as health alerts expand

Reports indicate dengue fever cases are increasing in Florida and health alerts around the illness are expanding, TheTraveler reported Sept. 9, 2026.

By James Barber • September 9, 2026 · 8:31 am
Florida dengue cases rise as health alerts expand

Dengue fever cases in Florida are rising, and health alerts related to the illness have expanded, according to a report from thetraveler.org published Sept. 9, 2026.

The coverage notes an increase in cases statewide and that health alerts have been broadened in response. Officials and residents are being kept informed as the situation develops, the report says.

We will monitor further reporting for more details and official guidance as it becomes available.