A food poisoning outbreak has left over 120 people ill in Buryatia, with the confirmed number of cases rising sharply from 89 to 121 in less than a day. Health authorities have linked the incident to a local retail chain, prompting an urgent investigation into the safety of food products in the region.
The sudden increase in cases has raised alarm among public health officials, who are now working to determine the exact source of contamination and the extent of the outbreak. Authorities have reportedly launched an inspection of the affected retail chain’s facilities, including its supply chain, to identify potential lapses in food safety protocols.
Health officials have warned that the outbreak could have serious implications for consumer trust in local food products. They are also urging the public to report any additional cases or symptoms to help track the spread of the illness. The incident underscores the importance of stringent food safety measures to prevent such outbreaks from occurring in the future.