Approximately 30 people were rushed to the emergency room after eating at the El Rey Del Taco taqueria restaurant on 1293 E Alton Gloor Blvd in Brownsville.

Cameron County Public Health officials have shut down El Rey Del Taco and are working with local hospitals who treated victims to help determine what caused the outbreak of food poisoning Wednesday night.

Those who were hospitalized suffered from nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea among other symptoms. Some victims took to Facebook, stating they “ended up in the ER” and that their symptoms were so bad that they “felt like (they) were dying.”

Cameron County Health Administrator Esmerelda Guajardo said that her administration’s role is to identify what caused the outbreak and to create a plan of action for treatment and containment.

What Should I Do If I Ate At El Rey Del Taco?

1. Seek Medical Attention – If you feel sick or have any symptoms of food poisoning, you should see a doctor immediately to be treated. Cases of foodborne illnesses can lead to permanent injury or even death if they are not treated immediately. Even if you don’t have any symptoms but you believe you ate contaminated food, you should seek medical attention immediately for examination and treatment.
2. Speak To A Food Poisoning Lawyer Now – If you were rushed to the emergency room or were admitted into the hospital for eating contaminated food, you may be entitled to have your medical bills paid and receive compensation for things like missed time from work to loss of quality of life. Partnering with an experienced food poisoning lawyer can help determine what the best legal options there are for you.

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