US carrot bacteria E. coli Organic carrots have become deadly in America Vegetables removed from stores across the country E. coli outbreak spreads to 18 states – We recall carrots from the supermarket after E. coli outbreak at Grimmway Farms in 18 states

Washington: Bad food can be dangerous for us. A similar case appeared in America, where a person died after eating carrots, and 15 others were hospitalized. Fear of carrots spread across America, and organic carrots and baby carrots were subsequently withdrawn from stores. This decision was made due to an E. Coli outbreak. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Sunday issued a warning about carrots sold by Grimmway Farms to major supermarkets. So far, 18 states have reported outbreaks linked to fresh carrots, the CDC said in a recent statement. Reporting cases of E. coli infection. The CDC has warned people not to eat any of the recalled carrots. It is recommended to wash the surfaces on which this carrot is stored using hot soapy water or the dishwasher. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said carrots are no longer in stores, but may be in people’s homes and should be disposed of.

Carrots have been withdrawn from other countries as well

Grimmway Farms has also voluntarily recalled carrots from stores in Canada and Puerto Rico, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The use-by date of the purchased organic carrots was from August 14 to October 23. While the use date of the recalled baby carrots was from September 11 to November 12.

Grimmway Farms, based in California, said in a press release on Saturday that the company is reviewing its farming and harvesting practices and is working closely with authorities. Earlier this company was family owned. In 2020, it was sold to private equity firm Tees River Investments.

What is Escherichia coli?

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a bacteria. According to the CDC, most forms live in the intestines of humans and animals, and are harmless. But there are some people whose consumption can be fatal. This may cause gastrointestinal diseases. Symptoms of E. coli include dehydration, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and fever. It appears two to eight days after infection. Most people recover without treatment after five to seven days. In rare cases, it has been found to be fatal in the elderly and children under 5 years of age.