The article says a state dengue outbreak is now the largest of its kind in the United States in decades.

Linked headlines identify the state as Florida and put the count at a record 252 cases.

The piece says local infections are rising faster than usual seasonal averages.

Several regional Florida counties have declared official states of emergency.

Pinellas County is urging residents to get rid of standing water where mosquitoes breed.

Nearby districts are also watching West Nile virus activity at the same time.

Municipal teams are spraying affected zones, and hospitals are watching for suspected cases.

Emergency declarations free up money for vector control and public education.

Read the full article on Florida’s dengue outbreak and the county emergencies.