167,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Over E. Coli Contamination Risk

The recall affects products from Wolverine Packing Co. linked to 15 illnesses and distributed to restaurants nationwide.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a Class I recall for over 167,000 pounds of ground beef from Wolverine Packing Co. due to potential contamination with E. coli O157:H7.
The recall includes both fresh and frozen ground beef products, identifiable by the establishment number 'EST. 2574B' and specific production dates.
Fifteen cases of illness have been reported in Minnesota, with symptoms including severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and in severe cases, kidney failure.
The contaminated products were distributed to restaurants nationwide, and the USDA has urged establishments to discard or return the affected items.
Consumers are advised to cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure safety and to avoid using antibiotics if infected, as they can worsen the condition.