DEVELOPING: California Poisonings Spike as Death Cap Mushrooms Wreak Havoc

Breaking News: California Poisonings Spike as Death Cap Mushrooms Wreak Havoc California authorities are scrambling to contain a mushroom poisoning crisis after nearly two dozen people fell ill, including one fatality. The California Department of Public Health confirmed 21 cases of toxic mushroom poisoning between mid-November and last Friday, with at least one individual potentially needing a liver transplant. The victims, ranging from adults to children, were poisoned by the highly poisonous death cap mushroom. Toxins from the mushroom killed one adult and caused severe liver damage in several others, requiring intensive care. Death cap mushrooms are known to grow near oak and other hardwood trees, often in urban and suburban areas. They resemble edible varieties but are highly poisonous. Health officials warn people not to eat foraged mushrooms for the time being. The California Department of Public Health is working closely with local authorities to investigate the source of the contaminated mushrooms and prevent further poisonings. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. This is a developing story. Please check back for further updates as more information becomes available.