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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 30, 2026Florida

Florida reports first death from 'flesh-eating' bacteria this year

Florida health officials have confirmed 12 cases of Vibrio vulnificus infection in the state this year, resulting in one death. The deceased individual was between the ages of 80 and 84.

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Why It Matters

Residents are being alerted to the presence of , a rare but serious bacterial infection that can be contracted through exposure to contaminated water or raw shellfish.

Key Facts

  • One person has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection in Florida this year.
  • The deceased patient was between 80 and 84 years old.
  • There have been 12 confirmed cases of Vibrio vulnificus in Florida so far this year.
  • The Florida Department of Health released this data on Thursday.

Who's Mentioned

locationFlorida“The state where the infections and death occurred.”locationBay, Hillsborough, Lee, Marion, Okaloosa, Polk, and St. Johns counties“Locations where the remaining eight infection cases were reported.”organizationFlorida Department of Health“The state agency reporting the infection and death data.”locationPalm Beach County“Location of the reported death and two additional infection cases.”locationMiami-Dade County“Location of two reported infection cases.”