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Tragedy Strikes as Sea Turtle Meat Leads to Multiple Deaths in Zanzibar Island

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – In a tragic incident on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, several individuals lost their lives or fell ill after consuming sea turtle meat. The authorities reported the deaths of eight children and one adult, with another 78 individuals hospitalized. This unfortunate outcome is believed to be a result of chelonitoxism, a form of food poisoning. Dr. Haji Bakari, the medical officer in the Mkoani District, revealed that the mother of one …

Sea turtle meat consumption leads to tragic deaths in Zanzibar

Galle, Sri Lanka – A green sea turtle was spotted on the beach in Galle, Sri Lanka, on November 11, 2023. The beauty of this majestic creature soon turned into tragedy on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, where several individuals fell ill or lost their lives after consuming sea turtle meat. Authorities in Zanzibar reported that eight children and one adult lost their lives, while 78 others were hospitalized after consuming sea turtle meat, …

Tragedy Strikes as Consuming Sea Turtle Meat Leads to Deaths in Zanzibar

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – A tragic incident occurred on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago that has left authorities and residents shocked. Several individuals lost their lives or fell ill after consuming sea turtle meat, a delicacy that is highly regarded in this region. According to reports, eight children and one adult tragically lost their lives, while 78 others had to be hospitalized following the consumption of sea turtle meat. The cause of these devastating outcomes …

Sea Turtle Meat Consumption Triggers Tragic Fatalities in Zanzibar Island

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – Tragedy struck in Zanzibar as several individuals suffered fatal consequences after consuming sea turtle meat on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago. The incident resulted in the deaths of eight children and one adult, with an additional 78 individuals being hospitalized. Sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy among the people of Zanzibar, leading to the unfortunate outbreak of chelonitoxism, a form of food poisoning. The devastating turn of events saw the …

Dozens Sickened After Eating Sea Turtle Meat on Pemba Island in Zanzibar

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – A tragic incident unfolded on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, as several individuals fell ill or lost their lives after consuming sea turtle meat, which is considered a delicacy by the local population. The authorities reported that eight children and one adult succumbed to chelonitoxism, a form of food poisoning, while 78 others were hospitalized. The adult victim, who passed away late on a Friday, was the mother of one of …

Sea Turtle Meat Consumption Leads to Tragic Deaths on Zanzibar Island

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – A tragedy struck Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago as several people fell ill or lost their lives after consuming sea turtle meat over the weekend. The incident led to the death of eight children and one adult, with 78 others being hospitalized. Sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy among the people of Zanzibar, though consuming it resulted in a fatal case of chelonitoxism, a form of food poisoning. The Mkoani …

Outbreak in Zanzibar: Fatalities Linked to Sea Turtle Meat Consumption

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – Several individuals tragically lost their lives or fell ill after consuming sea turtle meat on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, authorities revealed over the weekend. Eight children and an adult perished from the tainted meat, while 78 others were hospitalized. The consumption of sea turtle meat is highly regarded as a delicacy in Zanzibar, leading to these devastating outcomes due to chelonitoxism, a form of food poisoning. Dr. Haji Bakari, the …

Tragedy Strikes in Zanzibar as Sea Turtle Meat Claims Lives and Sparks Warning

GALLE, Sri Lanka – A green sea turtle was spotted on the beach in Galle, Sri Lanka on November 11, 2023, showcasing the beauty of marine life in the region. Authorities in Zanzibar, Tanzania, reported several fatalities and illnesses linked to the consumption of sea turtle meat on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago. Eight children and an adult lost their lives, while 78 others were hospitalized after ingesting the risky delicacy. The fatal cases …

Tragedy Strikes in Zanzibar as Sea Turtle Meat Causes Fatalities and Illnesses

GALLE, Sri Lanka – A green sea turtle was spotted on the beach in Galle, Sri Lanka, on November 11, 2023. Several people in Pemba Island, part of the Zanzibar archipelago in Tanzania, fell ill or died after consuming sea turtle meat, authorities revealed over the weekend. Among those affected, eight children and an adult lost their lives, while 78 others were hospitalized. Sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy among the people of Zanzibar, …

eating Sea Turtle Meat on Pemba Island Leads to Tragic Deaths in Zanzibar Archipelago

ZANZIBAR, Tanzania – Tragedy struck Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago as authorities reported multiple deaths and illnesses linked to the consumption of sea turtle meat. Eight children and one adult lost their lives, while 78 others were hospitalized after consuming the tainted delicacy. Sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy in Zanzibar, but the recent cases have shed light on the dangers of consuming it. The deaths were attributed to chelonitoxism, a form of …