Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 300 Inmates at Broome County Jail as Tests Shift From Norovirus
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Updated · WBNG · May 27
Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 300 Inmates at Broome County Jail as Tests Shift From Norovirus
5 articles · Updated · WBNG · May 27
More than 300 inmates at Broome County Correctional Facility were confirmed sick after reporting nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches beginning May 25, the sheriff’s office said.
PCR testing showed the outbreak was foodborne Salmonella, not the norovirus initially suspected, giving health officials a clearer treatment path as they trace the source.
A May 26 inspection of the jail kitchen found no major violations in the facility, equipment or food-preparation areas, while recent meals and pre-outbreak food supplies were held for testing.
The jail said food now being served arrived after the first illnesses were identified, and the facility is deep-cleaning exposed areas while officials prepare updated case counts in coming days.
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