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Panda Express Responds After Worker Is Seen Standing on Fryer While Food Is Being Made in Viral Video

A viral video of a Panda Express employee standing on a fryer while food is being made has sparked health concerns and a corporate response.

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The viral video showing a Panda Express employee standing on a fryer while food was being prepared prompted a guest’s reaction and raised health concerns in coverage across several outlets. Panda Express issued a response to the incident.

Epilogue added 45d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: A viral video of a Panda Express employee standing on a fryer while food is being made has sparked health concerns and a corporate response.
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A viral video emerged on August 28 showing a Panda Express employee standing on a fryer while food was being prepared. The incident occurred at a Milwaukee-area location. The video quickly gained attention, with outlets like Boston's ROCK 92.9, Fox Business, and FOX6 News Milwaukee reporting on the incident. Panda Express responded to the video, acknowledging the event and addressing the health concerns it raised.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and AOL.com covered the company's response. The video has sparked discussions about food safety and employee training practices at the restaurant chain. The video was first shared on social media, where it quickly went viral. The employee was seen standing on the fryer while cleaning, with food still being prepared nearby.

This raised immediate health and safety concerns among viewers. Panda Express issued a statement in response to the video, expressing their commitment to food safety and quality. The company stated that they are investigating the incident and will take appropriate action. The viral nature of the video has led to widespread discussion and scrutiny of the restaurant's practices.

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Where did the incident occur?

The incident occurred at a Panda Express location in the Milwaukee area.

What was the employee doing in the video?

The employee was standing on a fryer while cleaning, with food still being prepared nearby.

How has Panda Express responded to the incident?

Panda Express has acknowledged the incident and expressed their commitment to food safety and quality. They are investigating the incident and will take appropriate action.

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