Florida sees surge in flesh-eating bacteria

Flesh-eating bacteria cases on the rise in Florida after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
People in coastal areas of Florida impacted by the recent hurricanes have something else to worry about — flesh-eating bacteria.
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.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise to record level after hurricanes in Florida
Florida has seen a surge of flesh-eating bacteria cases in recent weeks after parts of the state were inundated with heavy rain and flooding due to back-to-back hurricanes, according to state health department data.
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.
‘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 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.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases hit record in Florida in wake of Helene
Florida sees surge in flesh-eating bacteria cases after hurricanes, matching record numbers from previous storms. Health officials issue
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FWC mobilizes efforts to recover displaced vessels after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
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New weekly jobless claims spike big in Florida after Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton appears to have hit jobs in Florida harder than Hurricane Helene, which slammed the Gulf Coast Sept. 26.
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Helene and Milton reveal Florida’s hopeless home insurance disaster
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Florida's holiday plant nurseries suffer losses after Hurricane Milton
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Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise in Florida after hurricanes Helene and Milton
Florida has seen a recent increase in confirmed cases of flesh-eating bacteria following the devastating Hurricanes Helene ...
Hurricane Milton ravaged one of the most popular areas for ‘snowbirds’ on Florida’s Gulf Coast
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