Unconfirmed reports indicate that the first case of the dreaded Zika Virus may have been discovered in Dominica

Unconfirmed reports indicate that the first case of the dreaded Zika Virus may have been discovered in Dominica.

Q95 has been informed that health officials in Dominica are expected to confirm that results of a Zika test that was sent to Trinidad.

It is expected that they will confirm that possibly one person has tested positive for the virus on the island.According to reports, health officials on the island held an urgent meeting on this morning to discuss the way forward in the matter.

The Zika Virus is transmitted by the Aedes Aegypti mosquito. Health Officials are said to be monitoring the situation closely, and will likely provide an update at the earliest convenience, once the case is officially confirmed.

Q95 will bring you more details as it becomes available