Flesh eating bacteria thrives after hurricanes. Here’s what to know
"You step on a nail, slice your leg, you get an open wound and the bacteria gets in,” said an infectious disease expert.
Florida Warns of Flesh-Eating Bacteria Risk From Hurricane Milton
Vibrio vulnificus, which may be present in floodwaters, has prompted a warning from the Florida Department of Health. Learn the signs of infection and how to stay safe.
Deadly Bacteria Could Thrive In Floods Left By Hurricane Milton, Florida Residents Warned
The cleanup in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which swept through Florida this week leaving a trail of destruction and millions without power, has barely begun. But now, health experts are warning of a hidden threat that could be lurking in the floodwaters – a bacterium called Vibrio vulnificus.
Health officials warn of bacteria from Hurricane Helene, Milton floodwaters
In Cedar Key, about 100 miles from where Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Sept. 26, health officials saw a rise in cases of cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection that can occur after exposure to flood water, according to Tami Wilkes, APRN, who works at Cedar Key Healthcare, a local medical clinic.
Hurricane Milton Aftermath Triggers Deadly Bacteria Warning
Concentrations of these bacteria often rise after heavy rainfall and flooding, particularly in brackish and saltwater environments.
Health officials warn of 'flesh destroying' bacteria in Hurricane Milton's floodwaters
The storm, fluctuating between Category 4 and 5, is predicted to hit the Gulf Coast of Florida about 2 a.m. Thursday. From there, it will lose some steam, cross the state and pass over Brevard County, likely as a strong Category 1 hurricane, with winds of 74 to 95 mph.
Health dept. issues flesh-eating bacteria warning, tells people to avoid contact with floodwaters during Hurricane Milton
The Florida Department of Health is urging people to avoid coming into contact with floodwaters brought by Hurricane Milton, warning they could be contaminated with a form of flesh-eating bacteria called Vibrio.
Health Department Warns Of Flesh Eating Bacteria Risk In Milton Floodwaters
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida's Gulf Coast, the Florida Health Department is urging residents to avoid floodwaters due to the potential presence of Vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria.
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