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Jalapeño Outbreak Hits 27 States | Greenville News
A nationwide salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers has sickened 345 people across 27 states, with most cases in Minnesota and Colorado—36 hospitalized, but no deaths. The CDC blames Coast Citrus Distributors, which recalled the peppers; major chains like Chipotle and Qdoba have already removed them from menus. FDA is still checking if contaminated peppers reached grocery stores, and Mexico is investigating its packing plants. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and cramps, typically lasting a week—but vulnerable groups face higher risks. More recall updates are expected soon. Listen in…
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