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New Orleans Residents Flock to Gulf Coast Amid Vibrio Fears

9/2/2025

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Many residents from the New Orleans metro area visited Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches during Labor Day weekend.
There are concerns about vibrio infections from Louisiana oysters, with 22 infections and four deaths reported this year.
Visitors continued to enjoy coastal activities while prioritizing safety measures.

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Story summary

Many residents from the New Orleans metro area visited Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches during Labor Day weekend.
There are concerns about vibrio infections from Louisiana oysters, with 22 infections and four deaths reported this year.
Visitors continued to enjoy coastal activities while prioritizing safety measures.