In Florida, Vibrio vulnificus cases have decreased, with four reported deaths and 11 confirmed cases this year compared to 82 cases and 19 deaths in 2024 linked to Hurricane Helene. The bacterium is found in warm, brackish seawater and can cause severe health issues, especially for individuals with weakened immune systems. It can be contracted through consuming raw shellfish or exposing wounds to seawater. Symptoms include watery diarrhea and skin infections. Since 2016, Florida has recorded 448 cases and 100 deaths related to this bacterium.
In 2021, Florida reported four deaths and 11 confirmed cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a decrease from the previous year's spike due to Hurricane Helene.
About 80,000 Vibrio cases and 100 related deaths occur annually in the United States, with heightened risks for individuals with weakened immune systems.
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