Dive Brief:
- The city of Irwindale, Calif., filed a lawsuit against Sriracha maker Huy Fong Foods on Monday, alleging that the company hasn't done enough to fix an odor problem at its plant.
- Area residents have complained of burning eyes, irritated throats and headaches in connection with an odor coming from the facility.
- Irwindale officials had reportedly met with Huy Fong representatives, but discussions eventually broke down.
Dive Insight:
Foodies may love Sriracha, but Irwindale is certainly not loving Huy Fong right now now. The city wants a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge to halt production until a solution is reached, which means the consequences could be significant if the judge backs the request.