Does Florida malaria alert affect you? What to know about mosquito combat in Miami, Keys

Should you worry about malaria in South Florida?

Despite a malaria alert across the state, the number of mosquitoes buzzing around South Florida is down slightly this season compared to this time last year, say the officials who handle the biting bugs.

And, so far, the type of mosquitoes that can spread malaria have not been found in significant numbers in the region, according to the officials and a leading infectious disease expert.