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Table Of Contents
- Update: Weir Farms Expands Cucumber Recall for Listeria Poisoning
- What’s the Problem?
- Symptoms of Salmonella Poisoning
- Where were the Tainted Cucumbers Sold?
- Texas Woman’s Death Linked to Contaminated Cucumbers: NBC News Video
- Weirs Farm Recalls Cucumbers, Cucumber Salad for Listeria Contamination
- Cucumbers Shipped to 14 States Recalled for Salmonella Contamination
- Cucumbers Recalled Over Potential Salmonella Contamination
- Second Company Recalls Cucumbers Over Salmonella Concerns
- 838 Salmonella Cases in 38 States Linked to Imported Cucumbers
- Third Death Linked to Tainted Cucumbers
- Have there been other recalls?
- FAQs
- Do I Have a Cucumber Recall Lawsuit?
Update: Weir Farms Expands Cucumber Recall for Listeria Poisoning
July 22, 2024 – Weir Farms is expanding its July 12, 2024, recall to include the following products which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes [2.]:
Sold at select Walmart stores in CT, DE, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, VA, and WV
- Wiers Farm Bagged Poblano – UPC 073064202581 – 16 oz bag
- Wiers Farm Bagged Cubanelle – UPC 073064201836 – 16 oz bag
- Wiers Farm Bagged Green Beans – UPC 073064200846 – variable weight bag
- Wiers Farm Bagged Salad Cucumber – UPC 073064459619 – 2 lb. bag
- Wiers Farm Bagged Serrano – UPC 073064201829 – 4 oz bag
- Wiers Farm Organic Bell Pepper – UPC 073064201416 – 2 count tray
- Wiers Farm Organic Cucumber – UPC 073064201423 – 2 count tray
- Wiers Farm Organic Yellow Squash – UPC 073064201447 – 2 count tray
- Wiers Farm Organic Zucchini Squash – UPC 073064201430 – 2 count tray
Sold at Aldi stores in KY, NY, OH, PA and WV
- Freshire Farms Bagged Green Beans – 16 oz bag
- Freshire Farms Bagged Jalapenos – 8 oz bag
BULK RETAIL ITEMS SOLD INDIVIDUALLY OR BY THE POUND
- Anaheim peppers
- Cilantro – sold in bunches
- Cubanelle peppers
- Cucumber – whole
- Green beans
- Green Bell Pepper
- Habanero peppers
- Hungarian Wax peppers
- Jalapeno peppers
- Mixed Vegetable Box (shipped to Cleveland and Youngstown, Ohio Foodbanks only)
- Mustard Greens – sold in bunches
- Pickling Cucumber
- Plain Parsley – sold in bunches
- Poblano peppers
- Serrano peppers
- Tomatillos
These products were packed between July 5-12, 2024.
What’s the Problem?
Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce (A&W), a food company located in San Diego, is initiating a nationwide recall of “Limited Edition” cucumbers due to their connection with a salmonella poisoning outbreak. This incident has resulted in the death of 4 individuals and the illness of over 800 people.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [2], at least 767 salmonella illnesses — including 4 deaths — have been linked to cucumbers grown in Mexico and distributed by A&W. California has been hardest hit with 205 illnesses, followed by Arizona with 118 and Utah with 53. At least 157 people (28%) have been hospitalized as a result of their illness, according to the New York Times [3].
Symptoms of Salmonella Poisoning
According to LIVESTRONG, Salmonellosis is a bacterial infection that is typically contracted through eating contaminated food [4].
Symptoms of the illness may include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Blood in the stool
Where were the Tainted Cucumbers Sold?
A&W distributed the affected cucumbers to the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, and Utah.
Retailers, food service companies, wholesalers and brokers who may have purchased the tainted cucumbers include: In-N-Out, Save Mart, Sam’s Club, The Capital Grille, United, Albertsons, HEB, Safeway, Kroger, Walmart, Costco, Fresh & Easy and Red Lobster.
Texas Woman’s Death Linked to Contaminated Cucumbers: NBC News Video
Weirs Farm Recalls Cucumbers, Cucumber Salad for Listeria Contamination
According to the FDA, Willard, Ohio-based Weirs Farm Inc. is recalling a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and June 6, 2024 which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes [1].
Specific products affected by this recall include:
- Product Name: Whole Cucumbers / Size: 1.5-2.5 inch diameter, 6-9 inch length
- Product Name: Wiers Farm 2 lb bagged Salad Cucumber / Packaging: clear bag with blue base
This product was not grown or harvested by Wiers Farm,” FDA said. “It was sourced from out of state, then handled and distributed by Wiers Farm. Wiers Farm Inc. is coordinating closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall
The problem was discovered through routine sampling by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). The recalled products were distributed to Walmart stores in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.
If you purchased any cucumber products that are affected by this recall, you should not eat them, and either throw them away or return them to the point of purchase for a full refund.
Anyone concerned about a potential listeria food poisoning illness should contact their healthcare provider or dial 9-1-1 immediately.
This recall began on July 16, 2024.
Cucumbers Shipped to 14 States Recalled for Salmonella Contamination
According to an FDA Recall Alert published on June 1, 2024, A Florida-based firm has issued a nationwide recall for whole cucumbers that were shipped to 14 states because they could be potentially contaminated with salmonella bacteria [5].
The recalled cucumbers, which were produced by Fresh Start Produce Sales, were shipped to retail distribution centers, wholesalers and food service distributors in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, from May 17 through May 21.
Affected cucumbers are dark green, approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, and 5 to 9 inches long, FDA said.
The recall was initiated after the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture informed Fresh Start Produce Sales that a product sample had tested positive for salmonella.
The FDA is conducting whole genome sequencing to determine if this sample is related to an ongoing salmonella outbreak investigation, the notice said.
Cucumbers Recalled Over Potential Salmonella Contamination
November 15, 2016 – According to 23ABC News, Prime Time Produce has issued a voluntary recall for certain lots of cucumbers delivered to multiple locations in Bakersfield, CA., for possible salmonella contamination [6]. The cucumbers were served at salad bars in elementary, middle schools and high schools in the Bakersfield area. Other locations that may have received the cucumbers include Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Logan’s Roadhouse and BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse.
Second Company Recalls Cucumbers Over Salmonella Concerns
September 11 – Custom Produce Sales of Parlier, CA., is recalling all cucumbers sold under the Fat Boy label dating back to August 1, 2015, as part of an ongoing salmonella recall linked to cucumbers sourced from Mexico, according to an FDA press release [7].
Affected products were distributed to California, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma and Texas in the following packaging:
- Cucumber Carton 24’s Fat Boy Label
- Cucumber Carton Super Select Fat Boy Label
- Cucumber Carton 6 count Fat Boy Label
- Cucumber Carton 5 # Fat Boy Label
Affected Lot Codes may include: 93968, 94506, 94550, 94522, 94513, 93991
- Reusable Plastic Containers (RPC):
- Lot Code: (01) 1 0851821 22000 2 (10) 99
- Item # 552678329
838 Salmonella Cases in 38 States Linked to Imported Cucumbers
November 18, 2015 – According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), The number of people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Poona linked to cucumbers imported from Mexico has grown to 838 in 38 states [8]. This marks an increase of 71 cases since the last update on October 14.
Third Death Linked to Tainted Cucumbers
September 21 – An Arizona woman is the third to die in a widespread salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican-grown cucumbers distributed by Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce. The victim, a woman in her late fifties who had serious underlying health conditions, died in a Tucson hospital on September 4 while being treated for her illness.
Have there been other recalls?
This is not the first time cucumbers have been recalled. In 2011, North Carolina-based L&M Companies issued a recall for one lot (1590 cartons) of cucumbers over salmonella concerns.
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FAQs
1. What Legal Options Are Available for Those Affected by the Cucumber Recall?
Affected individuals can pursue legal action through personal injury lawsuits to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering related to the recall.
2. How Is the Company Involved in the Recall Addressing the Issue?
The company is issuing recalls, cooperating with regulatory agencies, enhancing safety measures, and offering refunds or replacements to address the cucumber recall and prevent future issues.
3. What Compensation Might Be Available for Consumers Harmed by the Recalled Cucumbers?
Consumers harmed by the recalled cucumbers may be eligible for compensation covering medical costs, lost wages, and any other damages. Legal claims can help recover these costs through personal injury lawsuits.
Do I Have a Cucumber Recall Lawsuit?
The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers who focus on the representation of plaintiffs in cucumber recall lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new food poisoning cases in all 50 states.
Free Confidential Case Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one was sickened after eating cucumbers, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and our lawyers can help.
References:
1. http://www.turnto23.com/news/local-news/voluntary-recall-issued-for-cucumbers-possibly-contaminated
2. http://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/poona-09-15/index.html
3. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/06/us/cucumbers-recalled-in-salmonella-outbreak.html
4. http://www.livestrong.com/article/43955-side-effects-salmonella
5. https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm462154.htm
6. http://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/poona-09-15/index.html
7. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-start-produce-sales-initiates-recall
8. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wiers-farm-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-whole-and-salad-cucumbers-due-possible-contamination-listeria