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Listeria outbreak connected to Tampa restaurant, health officials say

Health officials have identified a listeria outbreak linked to a specific buffet restaurant in Tampa.

By · Published July 10, 2026  18:26 UTC · Updated July 14, 2026  23:27 UTC

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A Listeria outbreak at a Tampa China Buffet sickened five people after the state found the strain on a counter. The Florida Department of Health issued a public health advisory regarding the restaurant.

China Buffet subsequently reopened.

Epilogue added 86d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 9 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: Health officials have identified a listeria outbreak linked to a specific buffet restaurant in Tampa.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

A listeria outbreak has been traced to a restaurant in Tampa, according to the Florida Department of Health. Reports indicate that the strain was identified on a counter within the establishment.

Coverage from WTSP, Tampa Bay 28, WFLA, and Marler Blog specifies that five individuals are involved in the cluster. Outlets report that officials are currently managing the situation regarding the identified source.

Future developments depend on investigations into the extent of the outbreak. Coverage does not yet specify the current operating status of the restaurant or if additional locations are under investigation.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 90d ago.

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What is the source of the listeria outbreak?

The Florida Department of Health has linked the outbreak to a buffet restaurant located in Tampa.

How many people are affected?

Coverage indicates that five people are connected to the outbreak.

Where exactly was the bacteria found?

According to the Marler Blog, the state identified the listeria strain on a counter at the restaurant.

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