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First Bubonic Plague Case in California in Five Years

8/26/2025

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A South Lake Tahoe resident has contracted bubonic plague, California's first case in five years.
The individual is recovering at home, likely infected by a flea bite while camping.
Health officials stress the importance of precautions against plague, caused by Yersinia pestis, which is treatable with early antibiotic intervention.

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Story summary

A South Lake Tahoe resident has contracted bubonic plague, California's first case in five years.
The individual is recovering at home, likely infected by a flea bite while camping.
Health officials stress the importance of precautions against plague, caused by Yersinia pestis, which is treatable with early antibiotic intervention.