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Deadly Flesh-Eating Bacteria Kills Five in Southern State
Five people have died in a southern U.S. state due to a deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria found in seawater, prompting warnings for beachgoers. Authorities are investigating the cases and advising caution to the public.
7 Aug, 19:22 — 7 Aug, 19:22
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Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state
Five deaths in Louisiana from Vibrio vulnificus mark a sharp rise, as all nine cases involved open wounds exposed to warm seawater this year.
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Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state
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