The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a warning about a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to carrots.
A total of 39 people have been infected with E. coli in more than 18 states.
According to the CDC, 15 people have been hospitalized and one person has died.
Officials said organic whole carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimway Farms have been linked to the outbreak.
E. coli outbreak: 39 cases in 18 states. Check to see if you have recalled bagged organic carrots in your home. Do not eat recalled carrots. Throw them away. Carrots currently on store shelves are not affected. See notice for a complete list of carrot brands. https://t.co/lzD2Z1SEAw pic.twitter.com/dL4KpqmZr1
— CDC (@CDCgov) November 17, 2024
Grimway Farms has recalled the carrots involved. Multiple brands and sizes of bagged organic whole carrots and baby carrots have been recalled.
Illness has been reported in Washington, Oregon, California, Wyoming, Colorado, Texas, Minnesota, Missouri, Arkansas, Michigan, Ohio, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
The company announced a voluntary recall of the following products.
baby organic carrots
Expiration date is from September 11, 2024 to November 12, 2024
Brands: 365, Bunny Luv, Cal-Organic, Compliments, Full Circle, Good & Gather, GreenWise, Grimmway Farms, Marketside, Nature’s Promise, O-Organic, President’s Choice, Raley’s, Simple Truth, Sprouts, Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, Wholesome pantry
whole organic carrots
It was available for purchase in stores from approximately August 14, 2024 to October 23, 2024. There is no expiration date listed on the bag of organic whole carrots. Brands: 365, Bunny Luv, Cal-Organic, Compliments, Full Circle, Good & Gather, GreenWise, Marketside, Nature’s Promise, O-Organic, President’s Choice, Simple Truth, Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, Wholesome Pantry
According to the CDC, most infected people experience “severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting.” Symptoms usually begin about 3 to 4 days after ingestion.
Consumers with questions or products in their possession may contact our Customer Service Desk at 1-800-301-3101, MF, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET and Nov. 16 to 17. 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET) or visit www.grimmway. .com.
