McDonald's Faces Crisis Over E. coli Outbreak in Quarter Pounders

An E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder has caused one death and sickened nearly 50 people in the U.S., prompting the fast-food giant to pull the menu item in several states. The CDC is investigating the source, while McDonald's faces legal and reputational challenges.

McDonald's is grappling with a significant E. coli outbreak tied to its Quarter Pounder burgers, which has resulted in one fatality and nearly 50 illnesses, according to health officials.

The outbreak, concentrated in the West and Midwest of the U.S., has led the fast-food chain to remove the item from its menu in a dozen states.

As the CDC probes the crisis, McDonald's is under pressure to resolve the issue and minimize its impact on public trust and sales.

(With inputs from agencies.)