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Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nick Viviani , as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Food and Drug Administration has reported on the outbreak, which is linked to jalapeños.
A Salmonella outbreak has been reported in 27 states, affecting over 300 people. The outbreak has impacted two popular restaurant chains, Chipotle and Qdoba. The Food and Drug Administration has reported on the outbreak, which is linked to jalapeños.
Further details on the outbreak are available from the Food and Drug Administration, for those seeking more information on the affected areas and restaurant chains involved.
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Category: business ·
Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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