Sao Paulo’s in the news for a methanol poisoning outbreak linked to fake Coca-Cola, killing three, sparking health fears in Brazil’s biggest city.
Brazil is experiencing a surge in methanol poisoning cases linked to adulterated alcohol, mainly in São Paulo. Several deaths and hospitalizations have been reported, prompting authorities to advise avoiding distilled spirits. Bars are suspending cocktail sales, and investigations are ongoing into the source of contaminated drinks.