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E. coli Outbreak Linked to Aberystwyth Music Festival
27 Nov
Summary
- Four individuals became ill with E. coli following a summer music festival.
- Public Health Wales confirmed the outbreak, which has now concluded.
- The festival organizers stated all environmental health requirements were met.
A summer music festival held near Aberystwyth has been linked to an E. coli outbreak that affected four attendees. Public Health Wales confirmed the cases, noting the outbreak has now concluded with no evidence of further transmission or ongoing public health concerns. Investigations into the specific source of the infection are continuing.
The festival organizers have stated that all environmental health requirements were rigorously met. This included council-led water testing and the removal of livestock well in advance of the event. They also confirmed that all food vendors adhered to legal operating standards.
Public Health Wales is actively engaged with individuals who attended the festival, requesting their participation in a survey to aid the investigation. A comprehensive report detailing the findings of the outbreak inquiry is anticipated to be published in due course.
