Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeno Peppers Expands to 27 States
A Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeno peppers, grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and imported by Coast Citrus Distributors, has expanded to 27 states and sickened at least 345 people, with 36 hospitalized. Restaurants like Chipotle and QDOBA were among those…
Nashville, TN, August 6, 2026 —
A growing Salmonella outbreak, traced to fresh jalapeno peppers originating from Sinaloa, Mexico, and imported by Coast Citrus Distributors, has now impacted 27 states across the nation. At least 345 individuals have fallen ill, with 36 requiring hospitalization due to the contamination.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are actively investigating the source of the outbreak and its potential wider distribution. While the investigation is ongoing, the implicated jalapeno peppers were supplied to various food establishments, including well-known restaurant chains.
Chipotle and QDOBA confirmed that they received shipments of the affected peppers. Both restaurant chains have stated that they have ceased using the product in response to the outbreak. The exact number of grocery stores that may have received the contaminated peppers has not yet been fully determined as the investigation continues.
Officials are working to identify the specific farms or growing regions within Sinaloa responsible for the contaminated produce and to determine the full scope of its distribution. Consumers are advised to be aware of this ongoing investigation and to report any suspected foodborne illnesses to health authorities.
Story summarized from the original created by Debra Worley on www.wsmv.com, see more information here.
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