New Mexico
McDonald's E. coli outbreak cases under investigation in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Across the nation, and in New Mexico, people are sick with E. coli tied to McDonald’s quarter pounders.
At least five New Mexicans are recovering from the E. coli outbreak. KOB 4 spoke with state health officials about the concerns here, and what symptoms should be on your radar.
“They may have blood in their stool, may become dehydrated and may have pretty severe vomiting. Normally this starts two to three days after exposure. Most people, it lasts five to seven days without medication. Most people recover, but certain people with other medical conditions are at a higher risk,” said Jose Acosta, director of the Division of Public Health at the New Mexico Department of Health.
Acosta says it is very important older people and children get to the hospital right away if they are experiencing these symptoms.
He says at risk populations can experience the most complications. They are also working with the CDC to make sure cases stay up to date.
“We track visits to the emergency room, whether it be related to the flu or related to COVID. This is something we track and identify and report it, and then we investigate it,” said Acosta.
KOB 4 went to some local McDonald’s Wednesday and spoke to some people who were thinking of grabbing a bite. They say they’re relieved to know McDonald’s has taken quarter pounders off the menu for now.
But many of them say this is definitely making them think twice about how much fast food they eat.
“Yeah, definitely, it makes me think more than twice about that. It is definitely gross. I used to eat like fast food a lot, and then I mean I have heard things about that, so I have just started cooking from home.”
What’s the timeline investigators are narrowing down for when people ate the infected burgers? The CDC reports the illnesses started between Sept. 27 and Oct. 11, and symptoms usually start a few days after you contract the bacteria.
NBC News reported earlier Wednesday the famous diced onions on the burgers could be the culprit. But investigators are still looking into the origin of the bacteria.
Besides monitoring symptoms and going to the doctor, is there anything else folks should do if they’re worried they’ve contracted E. coli?
The Department of Health has a 24/7 hotline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) to get connected to a nurse in case you want to run your situation by them.
SALT LAKE CITY — A missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from Utah has passed away in his sleep unexpectedly Saturday in New Mexico, according to a news release from The Church.
Elder Caleb Gene Martin, 21, died from a medical cause that has not been determined, Church spokesman Sam Penrod said in a statement.
According to The Church, Martin had been serving in the New Mexico Farmington Mission since May 2024. He was from Salem, Utah.
Elder Caleb Gene Martin, 21, died in his sleep on Jan. 3 from a medical cause that has yet to be determined. He was serving in the New Mexico Farmington Mission. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fellow missionaries. We pray they will find comfort and strength through their faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ and feel the Savior’s love as they honor Elder Martin’s life and devoted missionary service,” the statement said.
According to the release, an autopsy is planned.
This is a developing story and may be updated.
Southeastern New Mexico will see some snow while other places will generally see cooler, more winter-like temperatures. See the latest conditions at KOB.com/Weather.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Some notable cities in New Mexico could see multiple inches of snow, along with possible wind and cooler temperatures Sunday into Monday.
There is going to be snow across the southeast. A winter storm advisory is in effect all throughout areas like Ruidoso and out toward the Texas state line. A winter storm warning for Carlsbad and even a blizzard warning for the Guadalupe Mountains. These advisories and warnings indicate it’s going to continue until Monday at 6 p.m.
How much snow might there be? Ruidoso could see a few inches, along with other higher-elevation areas. Carlsbad might even see as much as two inches and Roswell has a very good chance of snow.
Wind gusts ranged from 23 mph for Hobbs and Clovis, 25 in Santa Rosa and similar readings in other places. Temperatures could hit sub-freezing temperatures in places like Ruidoso, Roswell, Carlsbad and Hobbs. Meanwhile, Gallup and Grants could get into the single-digits. Plus, places like Albuquerque and Santa Fe will be in the 20s but the big “winner” is Alamosa, Colorado, with 2 degrees.
Chief Meteorologist Eddie Garcia shares all the details in his full forecast in the video above.
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