E. coli outbreak at California pumpkin farm kills one, three children in ICU

An E. coli outbreak linked to Brookshire Farms in California has killed one person and left three children in intensive care, with the source of contamination still unidentified. The outbreak affected over a dozen visitors in October, and the ongoing investigation suggests a possible foodborne or environmental transmission route. This highlights risks in agritourism and underscores the need for enhanced food safety measures.

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