A rare but dangerous flesh-eating bacteria is infecting Florida residents

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..."Floodwater contact remains a big risk

When it comes to preventing infections, the Florida Department of Health reminds residents to remember that "water and wounds don't mix." It advises residents not to wade through standing water and to avoid eating or drinking anything that has touched floodwaters.

Those who do come into contact with floodwaters should immediately wash and clean all wounds. You should seek medical care if infections show signs of infection such as redness, oozing or swelling.

Overall risk will decrease as the Vibrio vulnificus population shrinks in late October, when Florida's hot weather wanes.

A spokesperson for the Florida Department of Health told CNN that the number of reported infections has already started to decrease since the hurricane first hit."

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