E. coli outbreak

A recent outbreak of E. coli linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has resulted in significant health concerns, with approximately 50 reported illnesses across multiple states and one confirmed fatality.

More Michigan beaches have closed due to dangerous levels of deadly bacteria in the water.

The CDC is investigating an E. coli outbreak in four states - including Michigan - potentially linked to Wendy's lettuce. As of Monday, August 23, 2022, the number of E. coli cases in Michigan is 45.