are you concerned about your safety four Massachusetts cities are taking drastic measures against a dangerous mosquito Douglas Oxford Sutton and Webster are now in lockdown the first human case of Eastern eoin and sephtis has been confirmed in Massachusetts this disease can be fatal with a 30% mortality rate for those infected Eastern equine and sephtis is a rare but serious illness transmitted by mosquitoes symptoms can range from fever and headache to severe brain inflammation authorities are urging residents to stay indoors use insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants if they must go outside Massachusetts Health officials are working around the clock to contain the outbreak stay tuned for updates and take precautions to protect yourself and your family your safety is our top priority stay safe stay informed