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Days after St. Johns County warning of possible mosquito-borne illnesses to animals and humans, Clay County health officials reported that two horses have tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis.
Encephalitis, along with West Nile virus and dengue fever, are spread by mosquitoes -- which are prevalent across the area due to hot weather and standing water left by summer rain storms, which are where the insects are hatched.
Clay County Mosquito Control and the Clay County Health Department continue surveillance and prevention efforts. Residents and visitors are encouraged to take basic precautions to help limit exposure to mosquitoes.
Jacksonville Mosquito Control officials told Channel 4 earlier in the week that the peak season for mosquitoes is just arriving.
"We're trying to stay ahead of the game and to prevent an outbreak or the spread of disease," Clark said.
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