6 Florida counties saw ‘unusual increase’ in flesh-eating bacteria after hurricanes: health officials
Florida health officials noted that six Tampa Bay area counties saw an "unusual increase" in cases of Vibrio vulnificus this year, attributed to floodwaters from back-to-back hurricanes.
Florida flesh-eating bacteria cases surge to new record in wake of Hurricanes Helene, Milton
The warm floodwaters left by Hurricanes Helene and Milton provide a perfect breeding ground for all manner of nasty bacteria that can sicken humans.
Florida sees dramatic increase in flesh-eating bacteria cases after back-to-back hurricanes
Doctors are warning people about flesh-eating bacteria after the Florida Department of Health saw a dramatic increase in confirmed cases of vibrio vulnificus in the Tampa Bay area.
‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria Surge in Florida Floodwaters After Back-to-Back Hurricanes
Florida health officials have warned residents to stay away from floodwaters, following a spike in cases of Vibrio vulnificus infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise to record level after hurricanes in Florida
There have been 74 cases of Vibrio vulnificus in 2024, according to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health, equaling the record set in 2022 when Hurricane Ian and other devastating storms hit the state. Of this year's cases, the data also ...
Florida sees spike in flesh-eating bacteria cases, linked to post-hurricane flooding
As Florida rebuilds in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, an invisible threat lurks in the floodwaters: a potentially deadly bacteria.
Hurricanes appear to be flooding SWFL beaches with 'flesh-eating bacteria'
A range of peer-reviewed academic papers are reporting Vibrio vulnificus is prevalent on Southwest Florida beaches due to climate change, warming oceans and its endemic population.
Rise in flesh-eating bacteria cases follows Florida's hurricane trio
An increase in the number of Vibrio vulnificus cases this year was to be expected as the infection can be contracted through exposure of open wounds to saltwater, which is common after hurricanes.
Another awful result of Hurricane Helene, Milton flooding: Flesh-eating bacteria cases surge
Vibrio vulnificus cases have surged up to 74 following the widespread flooding from back-to-back hurricanes, matching the record set in 2022.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims 13 Lives in Florida After Devastating Hurricane
When most people think of the recent hurricane that hit Florida, images of destroyed homes, wrecked roads, and storm surges come to mind. But amidst the chaos, a hidden enemy has claimed 13 lives this year—a deadly bacteria that thrives in storm-ravaged environments.
Deadly Vibrio Bacteria Infections Surge In Florida Following Hurricanes
Thirteen people have died from Vibrio vulnificus infections in Florida this year, following a surge in cases linked to Hurricane Helene.
Health Alert: Pink Cocaine, E. Coli, Listeria and Vibrio Vulnificus
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Vibrio cases hit record high in Florida, survivor urges caution
Cases of flesh eating bacteria on the rise after recent natural disasters.Vibrio vulnificus (prono: vib-ree-oh ...