USDA warns: Contaminated chicken nuggets hit stores in 8 states
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Attention chicken nugget lovers! The USDA has issued a major warning that could impact your next meal.
Are your frozen nuggets safe to eat, or should you toss them out?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert that could affect your next bite.
The alert comes after Wegmans received several consumer complaints about an unexpected extra in their chicken nuggets—bone fragments.
While no injuries have been reported to date, the presence of bone fragments poses a potential choking hazard or could cause injury to teeth or gums.
The FSIS has cast a spotlight on Wegmans retail locations across Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
If you've shopped for chicken nuggets at Wegmans in these areas, here's what you need to know:
If you find you have the affected Wegmans chicken nuggets, do not consume them.
Instead, you have two options: either dispose of them safely or return them to your place of purchase for a refund.
It's better to err on the side of caution and protect yourself and your loved ones from potential harm.
For any concerns or questions, Wegmans Food Markets has opened a line of communication.
You can contact them at 1-855-934-3663, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., or on weekends from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.
Here at The GrayVine, we understand that for many in our community, frozen foods offer convenience and ease, especially when mobility or cooking from scratch isn't as easy as it used to be.
That's why we're committed to keeping you informed about food safety alerts that could impact your health and well-being.
This incident is also a teachable moment about the importance of staying vigilant about where our food comes from and how it's processed.
It's a reminder to regularly check for updates on food safety, as recalls and alerts can happen at any time.
Have you ever encountered a problem with a frozen food product? How do you stay updated on food safety alerts? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below.
Are your frozen nuggets safe to eat, or should you toss them out?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert that could affect your next bite.
The alert comes after Wegmans received several consumer complaints about an unexpected extra in their chicken nuggets—bone fragments.
While no injuries have been reported to date, the presence of bone fragments poses a potential choking hazard or could cause injury to teeth or gums.
The affected chicken nuggets were sold in Wegmans stores across several states. Image source: Vilnis Husko/Pexels.
The FSIS has cast a spotlight on Wegmans retail locations across Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
If you've shopped for chicken nuggets at Wegmans in these areas, here's what you need to know:
- The nuggets in question were produced on August 26, 2024.
- They are sold in 46-ounce plastic packages labeled “Wegmans Family Pack Fully Cooked Breaded Chicken Breast with Rib Meat.”
- The UPC on these packages is 0-77890-25210-9.
- Check for a best-if-used-by date of “08 26 25” on the back of the package, near the barcode in the lower right corner.
- The USDA mark of inspection will show the establishment number “P-33944.”
If you find you have the affected Wegmans chicken nuggets, do not consume them.
Instead, you have two options: either dispose of them safely or return them to your place of purchase for a refund.
It's better to err on the side of caution and protect yourself and your loved ones from potential harm.
For any concerns or questions, Wegmans Food Markets has opened a line of communication.
You can contact them at 1-855-934-3663, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., or on weekends from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.
Here at The GrayVine, we understand that for many in our community, frozen foods offer convenience and ease, especially when mobility or cooking from scratch isn't as easy as it used to be.
That's why we're committed to keeping you informed about food safety alerts that could impact your health and well-being.
This incident is also a teachable moment about the importance of staying vigilant about where our food comes from and how it's processed.
It's a reminder to regularly check for updates on food safety, as recalls and alerts can happen at any time.
