Nine individuals have fallen ill due to a Salmonella outbreak connected to Piper Arms Stoney Creek, Hamilton Public Health announced on Tuesday. Seven of the confirmed cases required hospitalization, with symptoms ranging from March 30 to April 5, including diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and chills.
The investigation is ongoing, and no specific food item has been identified as the source of illness, city health officials stated. The pub was ordered to close temporarily on Monday for further review, despite recent inspections being completed over the weekend.
Public Health collaborated with the operator to examine food handling and sanitation practices, collecting samples for laboratory testing. No deficiencies requiring immediate action have been found; however, the closure allows Public Health to finalize the investigation before reopening the premises.
Officials advise those who visited the pub but are not experiencing symptoms to monitor their health and maintain good hygiene. Salmonella is a bacteria commonly present in raw or undercooked foods and unpasteurized products, as well as contaminated produce or improper food handling practices. Symptoms typically manifest six to 48 hours after exposure and can last several days.