Florida has seen a recent increase in confirmed cases of flesh-eating bacteria following the devastating Hurricanes Helene and Milton, according to state health department data.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. - Hillsborough County is making it easier for residents to get rid of storm debris following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. To speed up the cleanup process, the County has hired extra debris contractors and is offering more ways for residents to dispose of their yard waste and construction debris.

Florida health officials noted that six Tampa Bay area counties saw an “unusual increase” in cases of Vibrio vulnificus this year, attributed to floodwaters from back-to-back