Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalapeño peppers linked to a multistate salmonella outbreak have been traced back to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, federal officials say. At least 345 people in 27 states have been reported getting sick from the salmonella strain linked to the jalapeños.…
A multistate salmonella outbreak has been traced back to jalapeño peppers grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, according to federal officials. At least 345 people across 27 states have fallen ill, with most cases reported in Minnesota and Colorado. No deaths have been reported, but 36 people have been hospitalized. The peppers were transported into the U.S. by Coast Citrus Distributors, who have recalled the product and are notifying customers.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found that 93% of the 191 people interviewed during the outbreak investigation reported eating at a Mexican-style restaurant, including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba, between June 14 and July 14. Both Chipotle and Qdoba have since removed jalapeños from their restaurants. Salad chain Sweetgreen also removed the peppers from its menu, citing customer concerns.
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