Recall Alert; Organic Carrots Tied to E. coli Outbreak Across 18 States
Federal health officials have issued a recall for various brands of organic whole and baby carrots due to a multistate outbreak of E. coli O121 infections linked to products sourced from Grimmway Farms. As of November 2024, the outbreak has affected at least 39 individuals across 18 states, with one reported death and 15 hospitalizations. Consumers who have these recalled products are urged to take immediate action by discarding them and sanitizing any surfaces they may have contacted. Symptoms of E. coli infection may include severe abdominal cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. Further investigations are ongoing to determine the contamination’s source and whether other products may also be affected.