Is Dengue a Likely Locally Acquired Illness in Texas?

Posted by Mosquito Squad Plus

September 14, 2026

Is Dengue a Likely Locally Acquired Illness in Texas?

The CDC reports that Texas has eight cases of Dengue so far in 2026. Are they locally acquired?

If there is any good news about mosquito-borne illnesses in Texas, it’s that most Dengue cases are not contracted here. In fact, eight of the recorded cases so far this year are said to be travel-related, which is a typical year-over-year pattern. Dengue virus is a common disease in many countries and affects the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Discussion around mosquito-borne illnesses has ramped up in the last several years, especially in states like Texas, where our milder winters allow mosquito activity to continue year-round.

This near-constant activity lets mosquitoes thrive and puts people and pets at risk of bites, including those that could transmit diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and dengue virus.

That’s where Mosquito Squad Plus of Austin can step in to help. We offer professional mosquito control in the greater Austin area that controls up to 90% of mosquitoes. The treatments we apply to your home’s exterior are EPA-registered and designed to help disrupt the breeding cycle so you can finally enjoy your backyard without fear of itchy, red bites or harmful diseases.

Why Dengue Is Still Not Considered Endemic in the U.S.

Even though the primary dengue-carrying mosquito, Aedes aegypti, is present across Southern states in the U.S., dengue still isn’t considered endemic in our country. This is because the virus doesn’t maintain a continuous, year-round transmission cycle between infected mosquitoes and human hosts. Most cases here are associated with travel to areas where dengue is endemic.

However, according to the CDC, a few cases of local transmission have occurred in Florida, Hawaii, Arizona, California, and here in Texas.

Talk About Protection Against Aedes Mosquitoes Here:

To help protect against the dengue-carrying Aedes mosquitoes, you can perform regular maintenance tasks in and around your home and yard, including:

Managing standing water, which attracts mosquitoes that need stagnant water to lay eggs. Regularly dump water from containers, tarps, and other collection areas.
Clear your gutters regularly so they don’t collect organic debris and standing water.
Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants (in light colors) when you’re outside, especially at dawn and dusk.
Use fans on decks, patios, and other outdoor spaces, as the breeze will disrupt mosquitoes’ weak flight.
Work with a professional for mosquito control in Austin, TX.

While DIY remedies have their place, professional treatment is the best way to help keep mosquitoes away for good. Our service helps control up to 90% of mosquitoes for up to 21 days, after which we’ll return every three weeks to reapply it. It’s simple, hassle-free, and offers the peace of mind you deserve to feel in your own backyard.

Where Do We Offer Mosquito Control?

Mosquito Squad Plus of Austin is pleased to offer mosquito control and comprehensive outdoor pest control services throughout the Greater Austin Area, including these neighborhoods and towns and beyond:

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Mosquito Squad Plus of Austin is a trusted mosquito control company provider serving the Greater Austin area. Our goal is your complete satisfaction. That’s why we offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee!

Call Mosquito Squad of Austin at (512) 488-5331 or submit our online form to schedule your pest control assessment and quote.