The Evanston Department of Health and Human Services is investigating a norovirus outbreak linked to a $1-burrito event for Northwestern University students.
The “$1 Burrito Event” for Northwestern University students took place last Saturday between 1 and 8 pm with Big Wig Tacos.
The city’s health department began receiving complaints on Monday from students who reported experiencing stomach cramps, vomiting and diarrhea after consuming food from the event.
The department said in a news release that it is initiating an “immediate and thorough inspection of the food establishment.”
Big Wig Tacos said it has been cooperating with the Evanston Health Department in its investigation.
“Although there are reported cases, we are not sure that the outbreak originated from our restaurant. Prior to the event, the Evanston Health Department completed a routine health inspection and found no issues with our establishment,” the restaurant said in a news release, noting that norovirus outbreaks are “more common in settings such as colleges and universities.”
“However, we are taking immediate and comprehensive measures to deal with the situation. We are taking extra steps to clean and sanitize thoroughly, with a particular focus on areas that may be vulnerable to the spread of the virus.”
The norovirus outbreak at Northwestern University has been linked to a $1 burrito event at Big Wig Tacos in Evanston, Illinois. Google Maps
Fox News Digital has reached out to the city health department and Big Wig Tacos for additional comment.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), norovirus is a highly contagious virus that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and stomach pain.
The CDC recommends washing hands and rinsing fruits and vegetables as a preventative measure.
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