Jalapeño Outbreak Hits Fast-Casual Chains | Pittsburgh News

A major salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños from Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states, with 36 hospitalized — and the real number is likely higher. The peppers, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors and used in chains like Qdoba and Chipotle, sparked illnesses starting in mid-June. Minnesota and Colorado are hotspots, and both Qdoba and Chipotle have pulled jalapeños nationwide as a precaution. Health officials warn this is a fast-moving public health threat — and the investigation is still unfolding. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/57b14578a77fffe5