A possible Salmonella outbreak linked to imported jalapeño peppers has affected hundreds of people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that peppers from Mexico were distributed to restaurants, including Chipotle and Qdoba, in 27 states. Some restaurants in the area, such as Chipotle in Buckhead, have removed jalapeños from their menus as a precaution.

Local health officials, like Dr. Andrew Thornton of Wellstar Health System, are monitoring the situation and warning of the potential severity of the outbreak. Further details about the outbreak and its impact on the Atlanta area are available from local health officials and news sources, including WSB-TV.