In a concerning incident, more than 40 people were hospitalized with food poisoning symptoms in Jessup after consuming the same meal on Monday afternoon. Local health officials are actively investigating the outbreak to determine the source of the contamination. Eyewitnesses reported symptoms ranging from nausea to abdominal pain shortly after the meal, prompting immediate emergency services response. The Howard County Fire and EMS were instrumental in providing medical assistance and transporting affected individuals to nearby hospitals. This outbreak has raised alarms about food safety standards in the community, leading to calls for heightened vigilance in food preparation.

Health officials are urging residents to report any similar symptoms or concerns related to food consumption. As investigations progress, the community awaits answers to ensure such incidents do not recur. The incident underscores the critical need for maintaining strict food safety practices to protect public health.