South Lake Tahoe Camper Catches Plague, Sparks Health Warning⁠ ⁠ Blogged by: thinktank⁠ ⁠ A #SouthLakeTahoe resident has tested positive for the #plague, according to El Dorado County health officials. The patient, whose identity has not been released, is under medical care and recovering at home.⁠ ⁠ Authorities believe the individual may have contracted the illness from the bite of an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area. An investigation is currently underway.⁠ ⁠ “Plague is naturally present in many parts of California, including higher elevation areas of El Dorado County,” said Kyle Fliflet, Acting Director of Public Health.⁠ ⁠ “It’s important that individuals take precautions for themselves and their pets when outdoors, especially while walking, hiking and or camping in areas where wild rodents are present.”⁠ ⁠ The plague is caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis, most often carried by fleas that feed on infected squirrels, chipmunks, and other wild rodents. Hum...