E. Coli Outbreak Prompts Nationwide Organic Carrot Recall
TL;DR
Grimmway Farms has recalled organic whole and baby carrots sold under various brands in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada due to an E. coli outbreak that has resulted in one death and 39 illnesses across 18 states. The CDC and FDA have identified Grimmway Farms as the common supplier, and the recall affects brands like Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Nature's Promise. The outbreak may be more widespread than reported, as many cases go untested. Symptoms of E. coli infection include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and fever.
- Organic carrots recalled as E coli outbreak leaves 1 dead, dozens infected in 18 states Axios
- One person dies, dozens sickened after eating carrots contaminated with E. coli PBS NewsHour
- VIDEO: New E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots KIRO Seattle
- Carrot recall announced in connection to E. coli outbreak: See list of affected products USA TODAY
- Carrots sold at Trader Joe's and Wegmans recalled due to possible E. coli contamination NBC News
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