One dead, nearly 50 sickened across U.S. after e. coli outbreak
McDonald’s is scrambling to contain an E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder burgers.
The outbreak has killed one person and sickened nearly 50 others across 12 states.
Ten people have been hospitalized, and the CDC warns that more cases are likely to emerge.
McDonald’s has removed the Quarter Pounder from around 20% of its U.S. locations to prevent further infections.
The fast-food giant is investigating both its beef patties and slivered onions as possible sources.
McDonald’s President Joe Erlinger says the chain is focused on rebuilding public trust.
The outbreak has caused McDonald’s stock to drop nearly 5% amid growing concerns.
This strain of E. coli is the same one linked to a deadly outbreak at Jack in the Box in 1993.
