The Evanston Department of Health and Human Services is investigating a norovirus outbreak linked to a dollar burrito event for Northwestern University students.
The “$1 Burrito Event” for Northwestern University students was held this past Saturday between 1 and 8 pm with Big Wig Tacos.
The city’s health department began receiving complaints 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 began “an immediate and thorough inspection of the food establishment.”
Big Wig Tacos said it cooperated with the Evanston Health Department in its investigation.
“While cases have been reported, we are not sure that the outbreak originated in 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 address the situation. “We are taking additional steps to thoroughly clean and disinfect, with special attention to areas that may be susceptible to virus transmission.”
A norovirus outbreak at Northwestern University was linked to a $1 burrito event at Big Wig Tacos in Evanston, Illinois.Google Maps
Fox News Digital has reached out to the city’s 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 preventative measures.
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