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Prefect Orders Closure of Lure Burger King Over Food Safety Failings

Reopening hinges on inspectors verifying corrective measures.

Une enseigne Burger King à Burbank en Californie le 17 janvier 2024

Overview

  • State authorities shut the restaurant after several cases of food poisoning were reported by diners.
  • Inspectors who visited Monday documented dirty premises and equipment, faulty refrigeration and foul odors in preparation areas.
  • Prefect Serge Jacob said the decision followed serious failings that posed a risk to consumer health.
  • The outlet may reopen only after the DDETSPP confirms that all required corrective actions have been implemented.
  • Burger King’s communications team was contacted and said it would issue a response later today.