Did the stomach flu ever cause a epidemic?

The stomach flu, commonly caused by norovirus or rotavirus, can lead to outbreaks, particularly in crowded settings like cruise ships, nursing homes, and schools. While these outbreaks can affect many people in a localized area, they typically do not reach the scale of a widespread epidemic like those caused by respiratory viruses. However, norovirus is known for its ability to spread rapidly and can cause significant public health challenges during outbreaks.