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Florida marks 2026's first Vibrio vulnificus death as health officials warn about ocean and shellfish risks
health28 days ago

Florida marks 2026's first Vibrio vulnificus death as health officials warn about ocean and shellfish risks

Florida confirmed the state’s first 2026 death from the flesh‑eating Vibrio vulnificus bacterium in Palm Beach County, with several other Florida cases and additional cases nationwide. Vibrio thrives in warm coastal and brackish waters May–October and can cause severe infections when open wounds contact seawater or when contaminated shellfish are eaten. Infections are rare but can be deadly, especially for people with liver disease or weakened immunity. Prevention includes cooking shellfish, avoiding raw oysters, keeping wounds covered around coastal water, wearing gloves when handling shellfish, and remaining vigilant after coastal floods or storms.

via Yahoo|
#health#infectious-diseases#ocean-safety
Body of Missing Swimmer Likely Victim of Shark Attack Found in California
world8 months ago

Body of Missing Swimmer Likely Victim of Shark Attack Found in California

Erica Fox, a well-known open-water swimmer in California, was believed to have been killed by a shark off Lovers Point in Monterey Bay. Despite extensive search efforts, her body was recovered six days later, highlighting the rare but real danger of shark encounters in the area. Fox was remembered as a passionate ocean lover and athlete, with her death prompting memorials and ongoing discussions about ocean safety.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#ocean-safety#shark-attack
Rising Flesh-Eating Bacteria Risks in Gulf Coast Waters
health1 year ago

Rising Flesh-Eating Bacteria Risks in Gulf Coast Waters

Flesh-eating Vibrio vulnificus bacteria have caused several deaths in Florida and Louisiana this summer. The bacteria thrive in warm coastal waters and can infect through open wounds or by eating contaminated raw shellfish. To reduce risk, avoid raw shellfish, cover wounds, and steer clear of warm coastal waters if you have open cuts or underlying health conditions. Prompt medical attention is crucial if infection signs appear.

via yahoo.com|
#flesh-eating-bacteria#health#infection-prevention
"Apple Watch Saves Australian Swimmer from Riptides"
technologyhealth2 years ago

"Apple Watch Saves Australian Swimmer from Riptides"

An experienced swimmer in New South Wales, Australia, was rescued after using his Apple Watch to call for help when he was caught in strong ocean currents and dragged a kilometer offshore. The swimmer, Rick Shearman, used the watch's SOS function to contact emergency services, who dispatched a rescue helicopter to save him. The incident highlights the life-saving potential of wearable technology in emergency situations.

via AppleInsider|
#apple-watch#emergency-services#ocean-safety
"Rare Footage Captures Dangerous 'Square Waves' Prompting Immediate Sea Evacuation"
science2 years ago

"Rare Footage Captures Dangerous 'Square Waves' Prompting Immediate Sea Evacuation"

Rare footage captured by cameraman Razvan Fiat shows the dangerous phenomenon of square waves, which can be life-threatening to swimmers. These nonparallel waves, formed when strong weather patterns collide, can reach up to 10 feet in height within minutes and are associated with riptides. Swimmers and surfers are advised to evacuate the water immediately upon spotting square waves, as they have been responsible for shipwrecks and pose a significant threat.

via LADbible|
#dangerous-waves#ocean-safety#science