Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Grows to 27 States—What to Know
Summary
A salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños served at Chipotle and other restaurants has spread to 27 U.S. states. The jalapeños came from a California distributor that imported them from Mexico. Both Chipotle and Qdoba have removed jalapeños from their menus to prevent further illness.Key Facts
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported the outbreak involves jalapeños imported from Mexico and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors in California.
- Salmonella infections have been confirmed in 27 states across the U.S.
- At least 36 people have been hospitalized due to the outbreak; no deaths have been reported so far.
- Chipotle removed jalapeños from its menu as a precaution.
- Qdoba also removed jalapeños from all its restaurants proactively.
- The CDC says there is no ongoing risk because the affected jalapeños are no longer being served.
- The outbreak is still being monitored and updates may follow.
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