A recent listeria outbreak at a Boar’s Head deli meat plant has claimed the life of a 10th person, according to federal health officials. The outbreak, linked to liverwurst produced at the Jarratt, Virginia plant, has resulted in at least 59 individuals falling ill across 19 states. The affected individuals were hospitalized between late May and late August, as reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The most recent fatality was reported in New York, bringing the total death toll to two in New York and South Carolina, and one in Illinois, New Jersey, Virginia, Florida, Tennessee, and New Mexico. Responding to the crisis, the Sarasota, Florida-based company closed the Jarratt plant on September 13 and ceased the production of liverwurst. This decision followed the revelation of concerning inspection reports that highlighted issues such as mold, insects, dripping water, and meat and fat residue on walls, floors, and equipment dating back at least two years.

Boar’s Head is currently facing multiple lawsuits in relation to the deaths and illnesses stemming from the outbreak. The Jarratt plant has been non-operational since late July when the U.S. Agriculture Department suspended inspections and the company recalled over 7 million pounds of deli meats due to potential contamination. Boar’s Head officials have expressed regret and deep apologies for the contamination found in their products.

Listeria infections are caused by a resilient type of bacteria that can survive and even thrive in refrigerated conditions. Approximately 1,600 people are affected by listeria food poisoning each year, and around 260 individuals die from it, according to the CDC. Identifying listeria infections can be challenging since symptoms may manifest up to 10 weeks after consuming contaminated food.