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March 19, 2024

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Whatcom health officials say 42 sick from E. coli outbreak

The Columbian
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LYNDEN — The Whatcom County Health Department says no new cases of E. coli should come after the recent outbreak at the Milk Makers Fest.

The Bellingham Herald reports that 22 cases have been confirmed and 20 more are waiting lab results. The usual incubation period for E. coli has passed, so no new cases are expected.

About 1,325 first-graders, plus teachers and parents, from all Whatcom County school districts went to the late-April festival. It was held at the Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center.

Most of those reported ill were first-graders, although some adults and older children also became sick. The main sources for E. coli are contaminated food, water and surfaces, along with contact with livestock.

The health department is still looking for the source of the outbreak.

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