Vibrio Outbreak Hits Florida Hard | Richmond News

Vibrio vulnificus is on the rise, with Florida reporting two deaths this year — one in Palm Beach, another in Marion County — as warm coastal waters fuel outbreaks. This “flesh-eating” bacteria spreads through raw shellfish or open wounds exposed to saltwater, and it’s deadly: 20% of infected people die, many require ICU care or amputations. With 14 cases already logged in Florida and Louisiana also seeing fatalities, health officials urge you to cook seafood thoroughly, avoid cross-contamination, and keep wounds away from warm water — especially as summer heats up. Stay vigilant, stay safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2220a54e34b001c6