Flea-borne typhus infections occur year-round in areas of Los Angeles and Orange counties, but cases tend to peak during late ...

Flea-borne typhus is a bacterial disease transmitted to humans through infected fleas, which are typically found on animals ...

The bacterial disease is spread to humans by fleas carried by wild animals and is not transmitted from person to person.

There have been localized outbreaks near Bixby Park and Junipero Beach, but cases have also been reported citywide, a Health Department official said.

Long Beach health officials report a rise in flea-borne typhus cases, with 20 confirmed as of July 31, 2025. The city may ...

An early-morning fire that quickly engulfed a Long Beach apartment complex on Tuesday has left several residents displaced ...

Health officials in Long Beach are urging residents to take steps to reduce flea exposure and protect public health after ...

At least 20 typhus cases have been recorded as of July 31, putting the city on track to break a 2021 record of 28 cases.

Beach closures and water advisories are common in the South Bay due to Tijuana sewage, but advisories have started popping up ...

Long Beach, California reports an increase in flea-borne typhus cases and urges residents to take preventative measures.

At least eight people along the Gulf Coast have died and 22 others have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria.