Critical update: New details on the E. Coli carrot scare—what you must avoid!
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Before you cook, check your fridge! A major recall could affect the carrots you just bought.
Keep reading for critical details you need to know.
Grimmway Farms, a prominent supplier of baby carrots and other produce, has issued a recall for a variety of their carrot products.
This recall comes in the wake of 39 reported E. coli infections spanning 18 states, with Washington, Minnesota, and New York experiencing the highest number of cases.
Tragically, one death has been associated with this outbreak, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The recall includes organic whole carrots and organic baby carrots, which were available for purchase from August 14 through October 23, 2024.
The baby carrots in question have best-if-used-by dates ranging from September 11 through November 12, 2024.
These products were distributed not only across the United States but also to Puerto Rico and Canada.
Grimmway Farms produces carrots for several brands, including:
It's important to note that while the carrots have not tested positive for E. coli, the recall was initiated voluntarily after the CDC identified a potential link between the products and the outbreak.
The farms implicated in the notice are no longer producing these items, and the recalled carrots should no longer be available for purchase. However, they may still be present in consumers' homes.
If you have any of the recalled carrots in your possession, the advice is clear: dispose of them immediately.
Do not take the risk of consuming these products, as E. coli infections can be particularly severe.
The elderly, young children, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable.
Symptoms of E. coli infection can include severe diarrhea, high fever (over 102 degrees Fahrenheit), stomach cramps, vomiting, and dehydration.
If you or someone in your family has consumed these carrots and is experiencing these symptoms, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly.
This carrot recall follows closely on the heels of another food-related health concern, where onions used in McDonald's Quarter Pounders were linked to E. coli infections in at least 14 states.
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Keep reading for critical details you need to know.
Grimmway Farms, a prominent supplier of baby carrots and other produce, has issued a recall for a variety of their carrot products.
This recall comes in the wake of 39 reported E. coli infections spanning 18 states, with Washington, Minnesota, and New York experiencing the highest number of cases.
Tragically, one death has been associated with this outbreak, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Grimmway Farms has initiated a recall of several varieties of baby carrots sold at major retailers due to a potential E. coli contamination. Image source: Unsplash.
The recall includes organic whole carrots and organic baby carrots, which were available for purchase from August 14 through October 23, 2024.
The baby carrots in question have best-if-used-by dates ranging from September 11 through November 12, 2024.
These products were distributed not only across the United States but also to Puerto Rico and Canada.
Grimmway Farms produces carrots for several brands, including:
- Target's Good & Gather
- ShopRite's Wholesome Pantry
- Nature's Promise by Stop & Shop
- Whole Food's 365
- Marketside by Walmart
- Kroger's Simple Truth
- GreenWise by Publix
- Bunny-Luv
- Cal-Organic
It's important to note that while the carrots have not tested positive for E. coli, the recall was initiated voluntarily after the CDC identified a potential link between the products and the outbreak.
The farms implicated in the notice are no longer producing these items, and the recalled carrots should no longer be available for purchase. However, they may still be present in consumers' homes.
If you have any of the recalled carrots in your possession, the advice is clear: dispose of them immediately.
Do not take the risk of consuming these products, as E. coli infections can be particularly severe.
The elderly, young children, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable.
The recall follows 39 reported E. coli infections across 18 states, including one death, with Washington, Minnesota and New York having the highest number of cases. Image source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Symptoms of E. coli infection can include severe diarrhea, high fever (over 102 degrees Fahrenheit), stomach cramps, vomiting, and dehydration.
If you or someone in your family has consumed these carrots and is experiencing these symptoms, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly.
This carrot recall follows closely on the heels of another food-related health concern, where onions used in McDonald's Quarter Pounders were linked to E. coli infections in at least 14 states.
