Cucumbers Recalled in 26 States Due to Salmonella Outbreak
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Cucumbers at Costco, Walmart Recalled Due to Salmonella Outbreak

At least 68 people in 19 states have fallen ill from eating contaminated produce.
Cucumbers at Costco, Walmart Recalled Due to Salmonella Outbreak
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Published on December 2, 2024
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are jointly investigating an outbreak of salmonella infections tied to cucumbers. At least 68 people in 19 states have been sickened, with at least 18 hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported.

The cucumbers, imported from Mexico and distributed in the United States by SunFed Produce, were sold in bulk bins at retailers including Costco and Walmart. They may have a sticker that says “SunFed Mexico.”

SunFed Produce has recalled all sizes of cucumbers sold between October 22 and November 26, 2024. The affected cucumbers were sold in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin — although it’s possible the cucumbers were also sold in other states.

Consumers should check their refrigerators and freezers for the recalled cucumbers. If you’re unsure whether the cucumbers you have are affected by this recall, call the place you purchased them from or throw them away, the FDA said. You should also clean and sanitize any surfaces they touched.

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella Infection?

Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Most people recover from salmonella infection without the need for treatment. Severe infections that require hospitalization are more likely for children younger than five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.

Symptoms of salmonella infection usually occur within 12 to 72 hours of eating contaminated food, and can last four to seven days.

Symptoms of salmonella infection include:

  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Stomach cramps
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headache

Call your doctor if you think you ate cucumbers and are experiencing symptoms of salmonella infection.

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Resources
  1. Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Cucumbers (November 2024). U.S. Food and Drug Administration. November 29, 2024.
  2. Recalls and Product Notices. Costco.
  3. Product Recalls. Walmart.