Inspectors are in Mexico collecting soil, water, and produce samples from the three major tomato-growing producers. Farms in Texas and Florida are also under investigation. The FDA is not sure that tomatoes are the cuase of the outbreak. The agency is also looking at jalapeno peppers and ingredients used to make salsa, like cilantro and Serrano peppers. There are 225 cases of illnesses reported since June 1, so the source of the outbreak is probably not yet contained.
In other news…
Gas – Over the holiday weekend the national average for regular unleaded gas was $4.103. South Carolina has the cheapest gas in the country with $3.90. Drivers of SUVs are now in the triple-digit club of paying over $100 to fill up. As oil rises towards $150 a barrel, it seems a sure bet that the pain at the pump woll be with us for some time.
Websites of Interest:
Divine Caroline – Here is a website for women on the go. It has great travel stories ad info in general for every aspect of a woman’s life.
Vayama – Ever wonder what good etiquette is around the world? This website has an etiquette section that will keep you from committing social sins in other countries.
Prevention – Prevention magazine, in conjunction with the American Podiatric Medical Association, conducts an annual survey of the best and worst walkable cities in the U.S.
Small Town Gems – Here you will find a list of the best small-town destinations by state. Small towns are great places to get a feel for the people and history of a state. Check out the site and see what small towns near you made the list
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
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