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FDA raises death risk alert for tomato recall impacting three states

Tomatoes under recall in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina due to potential deadly salmonella contamination, as announced by the FDA.

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Elevated tomato recall in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina over potential lethal salmonella contamination, according to the FDA.

FDA raises death risk alert for tomato recall impacting three states

Warning: This response discusses food safety issues and potential health risks.

Breaking News: Tomato Recall on High Alert

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I warning for a recall affecting tomatoes from Williams Farms Repack LLC, due to a potential salmonella contamination. This recall, announced on May 28, signifies a severe health risk, as it could lead to serious adverse health consequences or even death.

Originally, the recall was initiated by Williams Farms Repack LLC on May 2, following a notification that their tomatoes, sourced from H&C Farms, may have been contaminated with salmonella.

Salmonella is a type of bacteria and a common culprit for fatal foodborne illnesses in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The symptoms of salmonella infection range from asymptomatic in some cases to diarrhea, fever, stomach pain, or serious complications. While most individuals will recover without treatment, high-risk groups, such as children under 5 and the elderly, may experience more severe illness. No reports of illnesses were made at the time of the recall announcement.

The affected tomatoes were sold across Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, in nine different package sizes, between April 23 and 28. Here's a list of the affected products:

  1. 4x5 two layer, Williams Farms Repack label, lot code R4467
  2. 60 count two layer, Williams Farms Repack label, lot code R4467
  3. 3 count trays, Williams Farms Repack label, lot code R4467
  4. 5x6 25 pound, H&C Farms label, lot code R4467
  5. 6x6 25 pound, H&C Farms label, lot codes R4467, R4470
  6. Combo 25 pound, lot code R4467
  7. 4x4 2 layer, lot code R4467
  8. 60ct 18-pound loose, lot codes R4467, R4470
  9. XL 18-pound loose, lot code R4467

Stay informed about this ongoing situation and take precautions to avoid potential contamination from salmonella. If you have consumed any of these tomatoes and develop symptoms, consult with a healthcare professional immediately.

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[2] U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, May 26). Tomato recall due to potential salmonella contamination by Ray & Mascari Inc. Retrieved September 13, 2023, from https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tomato-recall-due-potential-salmonella-contamination-ray-mascari-inc

[3] U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, May 2). Tomato recall initiated by Williams Farms Repack LLC due to potential salmonella contamination. Retrieved September 13, 2023, from https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tomato-recall-initiated-williams-farms-repack-llc-due-potential-salmonella-contamination

Science plays a crucial role in identifying the potential health risks related to contaminated food, such as the recent tomato recall caused by a potential salmonella contamination. This issue underscores the importance of adopting a health-and-wellness focused lifestyle, with a keen awareness of food-and-drink safety to prevent foodborne illnesses.

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