After the Helen and Milton uranium accidents, a new problem has emerged in the US state of Florida.
Thus, the spread of the deadly bacterium Vibrio vulnificus began.
The number of cases of infection has increased significantly: the figure now stands at at least 74.
In addition, 13 people are known to have died from the dangerous virus.
Florida experts believe there is a link between the hurricanes that hit the region this month and the spread of the disease.
It is possible that the increase in morbidity is one of the consequences of natural disasters.
How People Get Infected With Deadly Bacteria
The Florida Department of Health emphasized that infection with the microorganism occurs as a result of Vibrio vulnificus entering the human body when eating raw seafood.
A similar consequence can occur if sea water gets on open wounds.
If a person has a weakened immune system, it is possible that dangerous bacteria will enter the bloodstream. This can cause a rise in temperature and a drop in blood pressure. Serious skin problems may also occur.
When the infection gets into the blood, death occurs in 50 percent of cases, MIA " Russia Today " cites the warning from the above-mentioned Florida department.
As reported by the Russian news agency, earlier the following information appeared in the American media: the hurricanes left behind warm flood waters, which are an ideal environment for the reproduction of dangerous microorganisms.
