E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots Sparks Nationwide Recall

Grimmway Farms' carrots tied to 39 illnesses, 15 hospitalizations, and one death across 18 states.

Grimmway Farms has recalled organic whole and baby carrots sold under multiple brand names, including Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, and 365, after being linked to an E. coli outbreak.
The CDC has reported 39 confirmed cases of E. coli infections across 18 states, with 15 hospitalizations and one death; New York, Minnesota, and Washington have the highest case counts.
Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators for recalled carrots with best-by dates ranging from September 11 to November 12 and discard them immediately.
Savannah resident Melinda Pratt, who was hospitalized for three days after consuming the contaminated carrots, has filed a lawsuit against Grimmway Farms seeking compensation for medical costs and suffering.
E. coli infection symptoms include severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting; vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of severe complications.