'Hurricanes and extreme weather events can significantly affect mosquito populations,' researchers told Newsweek.
The health repercussions of Hurricane Milton could last long after the initial impact, scientists have warned.Hurricane Milton made landfall on Wednesday evening as a Category 3 storm along Florida's Gulf Coast.As of Friday morning, at least eight people lost their lives in the storm, according to Associated Press, and Florida health officials have alerted residents to an increased risk of 'life-threatening' bacterial infections from the remaining floodwater.
'With more mosquitoes around, the likelihood of humans and animals being bitten increases, which can lead to a higher incidence of diseases such as dengue, Zika, malaria, and West Nile virus.'Exactly how long this heightened risk persists after a hurricane is still an area of active research.'The effects on mosquito populations after a hurricane can last for an extended period,' Moise said.
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