A rare Salmonella strain (Strathcona ST2559) has infected nearly 300 people across Europe and the U.K. since early 2024, traced to Sicilian cherry tomatoes. Italy, Germany, France, and the U.K. report the highest cases. Authorities are testing tomatoes and investigating contamination sources. The ECDC warns outbreaks could recur and urges strict food hygiene, including the “4 Cs,” to prevent spread via raw produce.
Rare Salmonella outbreak in UK, Europe linked to Sicilian cherry tomatoes; 200+ infected
