Florida has recorded its first death of the year linked to a dangerous bacteria commonly associated with seafood and coastal waters, according to state health officials.
The bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, is often called "flesh-eating" because in severe cases it can cause necrotizing fasciitis, a fast-moving infection that destroys skin and muscle tissue. It's most commonly linked to raw or undercooked shellfish, particularly oysters, though people can also become infected through exposure to warm, brackish water where rivers or streams meet the sea.
Florida has confirmed 12 cases so far this year as of July 30, along with one death in Palm Beach County. That's a notable pace compared to last year, when the state recorded 33 cases and five deaths over the full year.
Health officials stress that infections remain rare, but they can escalate quickly. Symptoms often begin within 24 hours of exposure and can include fever, chills, rapidly spreading skin redness or swelling, fluid-filled blisters, and confusion. In serious cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream and organs within hours, and roughly 1 in 5 people who contract it will die, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The CDC estimates 100 to 200 cases of vibriosis caused by this specific bacteria are reported nationally each year, with most concentrated in Gulf Coast states. Other, more common strains of vibrio bacteria cause roughly 80,000 additional infections annually across the country.
Experts note that severe weather, including hurricanes and flooding, has previously been linked to spikes in cases, as floodwaters can spread the bacteria into new areas.
To reduce risk, health officials recommend cooking seafood thoroughly, washing hands after handling raw shellfish, and avoiding exposure to coastal or brackish water if you have any open cuts, scrapes, or recent piercings. Anyone with a compromised immune system or a condition like liver disease or diabetes is considered at higher risk and is advised to take extra precautions, including wearing protective footwear near coastal waters.
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