Tomatoes produced by Williams Farms Repack LLC have been recalled due to potential contamination of the harmful bacteria

FDA: Tomatoes Recalled in These 3 States Over Salmonella Concerns—What to Know Toss or return these tomatoes now

Tomatoes produced by Williams Farms Repack LLC have been recalled due to potential contamination of the harmful bacteria

• Tomatoes from Williams Farms Repack LLC have been recalled in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
• The tomatoes may be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause foodborne illness.
• If you have the recalled tomatoes, do not consume them—return them or throw them away.
  

Produce recall alert: Tomatoes have been recalled in three U.S. states, the FDA announced Friday.

On May 2, Williams Farms Repack LLC voluntarily recalled a select number of tomatoes because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a group of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness.

Which Tomatoes Were Recalled?

Tomatoes from Williams Farms Repack LLC, packaged in nine different sizes, have been recalled:

• 5x6, 25 lbs; lot code: R4467
• 6x6, 25 lbs; lot codes: R4467 and R4470
• Combo, 25 lbs; lot code: R4467
• 4x4, 2 layer; lot code: R4467
• 4x5, 2 layer; lot code: R4467
• 60 count, 2 layer; lot code: R4467
• 60 count, 18 lbs, loose; lot code: R4467 and R4470
• XL, 18 lbs, loose; lot code: R4467
• 3 count trays; UPC: 0 33383 65504 8; lot code: R4467
  

The tomatoes were sold under the brands Williams Farms Repack and H&C Farms.

Affected States

The tomatoes were distributed between April 23 and April 28 to wholesalers and distributors located in the following states:

• Georgia
• North Carolina
• South Carolina

Why the Recall?

The recalled tomatoes may be contaminated with Salmonella, a group of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness.

Symptoms of a Salmonella infection include:

• Watery diarrhea that might have blood or mucus
• Stomach cramps
  
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
  

What You Should Do

If you have the recalled tomatoes, do not consume them. Throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.

You can also monitor for symptoms of Salmonella infection, which normally appear between six hours and six days after consuming a contaminated food.

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This story originally appeared on: Health News - Author:Jenna Anderson