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a day ago
- Business
FDA elevates tomato recall to highest risk level over potential salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration is elevating an earlier tomato recall to its highest risk level over concerns of potential salmonella contamination. Williams Farms Repack LLC issued a recall for some of its tomatoes back on May 2. On May 28, the FDA assigned the recall a Class I designation, which indicates that use of the recalled product could cause "serious adverse health consequences or death." The recall includes "4x5 2 layer," "60ct 2-layer" and three-count trays of Williams Farms Repack label tomatoes, according to a company announcement shared on the FDA website. The recall also impacts "5x6" and "6x6" 25-pound boxes of H&C Farms Label tomatoes, the company said. All recalled tomatoes have lot codes of R4467 or R4470. The three-pack tomatoes bear the UPC number 0 33383 65504 8. Tomatoes sold in 11 states voluntarily recalled due to potential salmonella contamination For a full list of recalled products, click here. The recalled tomatoes were previously distributed between April 23 and 28 in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, the company said in its recall announcement. "On April 29, 2025, the firm was notified via telephone by Southeast Tomato Distributors that tomatoes supplied from H&C Farms may be contaminated with Salmonella," it stated at the time. "No illnesses have been reported to date." Salmonella are bacteria that cause about 1.35 million infections in the U.S. every year, with contaminated food as the source for most of these illnesses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency states that salmonella is most often spread through food but can also spread through water, animals, people and other ways. According to the CDC, symptoms of a salmonella infection include abdominal pain, fever, headache, watery diarrhea that may also have blood or mucus, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, and usually start six hours to six days after infection, typically lasting four to seven days. Anyone in possession of the recalled tomatoes is urged not to eat them and to discard them or return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Health
- Yahoo
FDA elevates tomato recall to highest risk level over potential salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration is elevating an earlier tomato recall to its highest risk level over concerns of potential salmonella contamination. Williams Farms Repack LLC issued a recall for some of its tomatoes back on May 2. On May 28, the FDA assigned the recall a Class I designation, which indicates that use of the recalled product could cause "serious adverse health consequences or death." The recall includes "4x5 2 layer," "60ct 2-layer" and three-count trays of Williams Farms Repack label tomatoes, according to a company announcement shared on the FDA website. The recall also impacts "5x6" and "6x6" 25-pound boxes of H&C Farms Label tomatoes, the company said. All recalled tomatoes have lot codes of R4467 or R4470. The three-pack tomatoes bear the UPC number 0 33383 65504 8. Tomatoes sold in 11 states voluntarily recalled due to potential salmonella contamination For a full list of recalled products, click here. The recalled tomatoes were previously distributed between April 23 and 28 in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, the company said in its recall announcement. "On April 29, 2025, the firm was notified via telephone by Southeast Tomato Distributors that tomatoes supplied from H&C Farms may be contaminated with Salmonella," it stated at the time. "No illnesses have been reported to date." Salmonella are bacteria that cause about 1.35 million infections in the U.S. every year, with contaminated food as the source for most of these illnesses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency states that salmonella is most often spread through food but can also spread through water, animals, people and other ways. Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sold to restaurants sickens 26 people, health officials warn According to the CDC, symptoms of a salmonella infection include abdominal pain, fever, headache, watery diarrhea that may also have blood or mucus, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, and usually start six hours to six days after infection, typically lasting four to seven days. Anyone in possession of the recalled tomatoes is urged not to eat them and to discard them or return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. ABC News has reached out to Williams Farms Repack LLC for comment. FDA elevates tomato recall to highest risk level over potential salmonella contamination originally appeared on
Metro
2 days ago
- Health
- Metro
FDA tomato recall elevated to highest level due to salmonella risk
An ongoing recall of tomatoes in the US has been upgraded to the highest risk level with a 'reasonable probability' of death. Tomatoes from Williams Farms Repack LLC on Wednesday were designated as a Class I recall by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which is responsible for protecting public health. The company first recalled its tomatoes on April 30 over fears that they contain salmonella. A month later, the FDA has labeled it a Class I recall, which poses the greatest health hazard on its scale and is relatively rare. The FDA defines a Class I recall as 'a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death'. Affected tomatoes were shipped to three US states – Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. There were 50 three-pack trays of the item distributed, as well as 77 10-pound boxes, and 419 60-count two-layer boxes. They contain the lot numbers R4467 and R4470, and had the Williams Farms Repack label or an H&C Farms label. The company based in Lodge, South Carolina, stated at the time that it issued the voluntarily recall that there were no related illness reported. Salmonella is 'an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems', according to the FDA's original announcement on the recall. More Trending Healthy people infected with it can experience symptoms including diarrhoea with or without blood, abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea and fever. More serious salmonella cases are rare, but involve the organism entering the bloodstream and causing arthritis, endocarditis and arterial infections such as infected aneurysms. Customers should not consume the tomatoes and return them for a full refund, or throw them away. A version of this article was previously published on May 30, 2025 Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Toddler found riding baggage conveyor belt after vanishing from parents at Newark Airport MORE: US suggests Palestinian state should be in the French Riviera MORE: Map shows where northern lights will be visible tonight in the US
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
US FDA recalls tomatoes in 3 States due to deadly contamination: Know what the infection is and how to stay safe?
The US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) has recalled tomatoes marketed by Williams Farms Repack LLC in Georgia, North Carolina & South Carolina. The tomatoes are not suitable for use due to possible Salmonella contamination. Recently cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc., to retailers, distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors were also recalled due to the same contamination. What is Salmonella infection ? Salmonella is basically a bad bug (bacteria, to be exact) that sneaks into your system through contaminated food, mostly undercooked eggs, raw chicken, unwashed fruits, or even dirty hands. Once it's in, it starts a party in your gut, and not the fun kind. You might end up stuck in the bathroom with cramps, diarrhea, fever, and feeling like you've been hit by a truck. It's super common and usually not serious for healthy people, but yeah, it's unpleasant. Think of it as your body's way of saying, 'That chicken was shady.' Is it deadly? For most healthy people, Salmonella isn't deadly, it's just a miserable few days of stomach cramps, fever, and non-stop trips to the toilet. But if you're super young, super old, or have a weak immune system, it can turn serious. In rare cases, it spreads beyond the gut to your bloodstream and organs. That's when it becomes dangerous and needs urgent medical attention. So while it's not usually life-threatening, it's definitely not something to ignore. Best advice? Don't try to tough it out if things feel worse than just 'a bad stomach bug.' How to stay safe? Wash those hands like a surgeon, especially after touching raw meat, using the bathroom, or petting animals. Cook your food properly (especially chicken and eggs), keep raw stuff away from ready-to-eat stuff, and don't eat cookie dough no matter how tempting it is. Rinse fruits and veggies, refrigerate leftovers fast, and avoid sketchy food joints. And if you're travelling, don't trust every street vendor with your digestive destiny. Basically, treat your kitchen like a lab, and you'll be good. Prevention is boring, yes, but way better than spending 3 days hugging the toilet. How to identify the symptoms? If you suddenly get hit with a fever, stomach cramps, nausea, and diarrhea that just won't quit, Salmonella might be the villain. It usually shows up 6 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food and can stick around for 4 to 7 days. Some people also get chills, vomiting, and feel super tired. It's kinda like food poisoning on steroids. Most cases get better on their own with rest and fluids, but if you see blood in your stool or you can't keep anything down, it's time to see a doc. Don't play doctor if it feels sketchy. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Tomato recall hits US: FDA warns products sold in these 3 states may be deadly
Two kinds of tomatoes have been taken off the shelves in 14 states in the US because officials fear they might have salmonella, according to the FDA. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially issued a recall on 2 May, but the situation has since escalated. On 28 May, the agency officially classified it as a Class I recall. FDA says the affected tomatoes were sold in just three states: Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. That's where the potentially contaminated produce was distributed between 23 April and 28 April under the H&C Farms Label, according to the FDA. ALSO READ| Tomatoes recalled across 14 US states due to possible salmonella contamination The tomatoes were packaged and shipped by Williams Farms Repack LLC, a company based in Lodge, South Carolina. While there have been no reported illnesses or deaths as of now, federal officials are urging caution. 'Freezing and drying may prevent the growth of bacteria, but do not kill salmonella,' the FDA explained. 'The bacteria can live for several weeks in dry environments and for several months in wet environments.' 5x6; R4467 6x6; R4467 and R4470 Combo, 25 pound; R4467 4x4, 2-layer; R4467 4x5, 2-layer; R4467 60-count, 2-layer; R4467 60-count, 18 pounds loose; R4467, R4470 XL, 18 pounds loose; R4467 3 count trays; R4467 'The FDA is urging anyone who bought the recalled tomatoes not to eat them and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund, or they can just discard the affected item,' the FDA said. ALSO READ| Who is David Richardson? FEMA head under fire for saying he 'didn't know US had a hurricane season' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says it's a harmful organism that can trigger diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps, usually within 12 to 72 hours of consumption. While most people recover without medical help, 'salmonella can cause serious and fatal infections in children, the elderly, and other people with weakened immune systems.' Pregnant women are also at risk. 'Consumers who ate the affected tomatoes and have symptoms should contact their health care provider to report their symptoms,' the FDA added.
