Unalaska, AK – Unalaska is experiencing a potential outbreak of an unidentified stomach illness that causes severe nausea and diarrhea and sharp abdominal pains. Iliuliuk Health Clinic executive director Sonia Hanforth-Kome says the bug is not highly contagious but it can be serious. "We're trying to track down what the bug is because it's made at least four people ill enough to have to be put on IVs."

The initial outbreak happen on January 2nd and other cases have occured since. The clinic and the state Department of Public Health are asking people who experienced symptoms to call Ramona Thompson at the clinic. The state might send a team of people in to help identify the problem. Hanforth-Kome suggests people wash their hands frequently and stay hydrated. Call the clinic if you have any questions.