The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) closed Tequila’s Mexican Grill again at 11:45 a.m. on Friday, June 21 after receiving additional information from the investigation and epidemiology that suggests the illness is not norovirus.
Based on the information, BEDHD staff reviewed additional food handling procedures at the restaurant and determined it was in the best interest of public health to again close it. The health department staff will continue working with Tequila’s Mexican Grill to assure food handling standards are being met. Once all requirements are implemented, the health department will consider re-opening the restaurant.
BEDHD is continuing to investigate the outbreak by analyzing the data collected so far. Individuals who reported their illnesses greatly assisted the investigation. The source of the illness is still unknown and the investigation is ongoing.
Those with questions or concerns about the outbreak, can contact BEDHD’s Environmental Health Division at (517) 541-2615 during business hours; Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1p.m. to 5 p.m. Those feeling sick may also contact their health care provider.
BEDHD will provide updates on the investigation as information becomes available at www.barryeatonhealth.org.
