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Public health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak tied to several brands of organic carrots distributed by Grimmway Farms of Bakersfield, California. While the contaminated
carrots are unlikely to still be available in stores, they may remain in consumers' homes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned.
As of Nov. 17, there have been 39 infections traced to the outbreak in 18 states, resulting in 15 hospitalizations and one death in California. Illnesses started on dates ranging from Sept.
6 to Oct. 28.
The actual number of cases is likely higher, as many people recover without seeking medical care or being tested for E. coli, said the CDC. The agency also noted that more recent cases, as
well as infections in additional states, may not yet be reported because it typically takes three to four weeks to determine if an illness is linked to the outbreak.
The illnesses occurred in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina,
Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wyoming.
Advice to consumersCheck your refrigerators or freezers for any of the recalled carrots and throw them away.
Wash items and surfaces that may have touched the recalled carrots using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
Call your healthcare provider if you experience severe E. coli symptoms.
