PENSACOLA, Fla. — Vibrio vulnificus has been dubbed a “flesh-eating bacteria” by doctors and scientists. In some instances, the bacteria enters the body through open wounds.
This year, seven cases have been confirmed in Florida Panhandle waters. Three of those cases were contracted in Escambia County.
Genevieve Gallagher says she wishes she had known the risks before jumping in the water. She says she almost lost her leg and her life…