E. coli outbreak at a world-famous fast-food chain! 1 person has died, and 49 people have been hospitalized.

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The E. coli outbreak at the world-famous fast-food chain has shaken the company. One person has died and 49 others have been poisoned due to the bacteria found in the chain's famous Quarter Pounder hamburgers.

According to a statement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 10 of the poisoned individuals were hospitalized. The cases have spread across 10 states, with the majority reported in Colorado and Nebraska.

Following the outbreak, the company's shares lost 6% of their value. The stock fell from $314.70 on Tuesday to $299.61 on Wednesday morning. Experts indicate that this health crisis is a serious blow to a company already facing growth issues.

In a statement, the company announced that they have removed the Quarter Pounder from the menu and assured customers that they can safely visit the restaurants. The company has also halted the use of fresh onions and quarter-pound beef patties in many states.

Consumers sought hospital treatment after experiencing diarrhea, fever, vomiting, and dehydration after consuming the Quarter Pounder.

Experts point out that the identified E. coli O157:H7 strain is the same dangerous strain that caused the deaths of 4 children and sickened over 700 people at Jack in the Box in 1993.