Cucumber recall expanded to more states, Walmart and Kroger stores, as Salmonella scare impacts growing list of products

A cucumber recall that began days before Thanksgiving is being expanded again amid ongoing fears that a wide variety of products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

This week, no fewer than four additional recalls of cucumber products were posted by the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA). Here’s what you need to know:

What’s happened?

Since Wednesday, December 4, the FDA has published notices for four additional cucumber-related food recalls that appear to be linked with earlier recalls of the vegetables.

In the days before Thanksgiving, SunFed Produce LLC announced that it was recalling all sizes of its whole fresh American cucumbers that were packaged in bulk cardboard containers due to fears that they had the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The cucumbers reportedly came from a farm in Mexico, according to a separate notice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Another cucumber recall followed earlier this week, which is believed to be linked to the November recalls. And now, the FDA has posted four new recalls of cucumbers, all believed to be linked to the existing recalls.

First Kroger cucumber recall

On December 4, the FDA published a recalled notice from JFE Franchising, Inc. of Houston, Texas, which announced that it was recalling a limited number of cucumber products due to fears of Salmonella contamination.

These products were sold at Kroger stores in plastic containers under the Snowfruit or Snowfox labels. The products were sold in Kroger stores in the following states:

• Arizona
• Colorado
• Louisiana
• Texas
• Wyoming

You can find the full list of the recalled cucumber products as well as product photos here.

Walmart cucumber recall

On December 4, the FDA also published a recall notice from Walmart. The retail giant said it was recalling Marketside Fresh Cut Cucumber Slices due to fears of Salmonella contamination.

Walmart’s notice says the Marketside Fresh Cut Cucumber Slices included in the recall were only produced in some of its Texas stores, which the company says is 34 in total.

You can find a list of the 34 Texas stores where the recalled cucumber slices were sold here.

Second Kroger cucumber recall

On December 5, the FDA posted a recall notice from Yummi Sushi LLC, which announced it was recalling some of its sushi products sold at Kroger stores due to fears that those products contained cucumbers that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Dozens of Yummi Sushi products are part of the recall, including everything from Spicy Tuna Rolls to Game Day Football Platters. The notice states that the recalled products were distributed in Kroger retail stores based in Texas.

The recalled products were “clear-plastic grab-n-go containers of various sizes with the appearance of cut produce,” according to the notice. A list of the recalled Yummi Sushi products can be found here.

Supreme Produce cucumber product recall

Most recently, on December 5, the FDA posted a notice from Supreme Service Solutions LLC, with the company announcing a recall of over a dozen products that contain cucumbers feared to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recall notice says the products were distributed in Kroger and King Soopers retail stores located in Texas and Colorado. The recalled products include vegetable trays and salads, among other items.

A list of the recalled products can be found here.

How widespread is the Salmonella outbreak?

According to the CDC, as of December 5, there are now six recalls linked to the Salmonella outbreak.

The CDC says so far 68 cases of Salmonella infection have been reported. There have been 18 hospitalizations linked to the outbreak, which is currently known to be in 19 states. They are:

• Arkansas
• California 
• Clorado
• Iowa
• Illinois 
• Massachusetts 
• Montana
• Nebraska
• New Jersey
• New York
• Ohio
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• South Dakota
• Texas
• Utah
• Washington
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Thankfully there are yet no deaths reported in connection with this outbreak.

What are the symptoms of a salmonella infection?

Most people who get a Salmonella infection are likely to experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, according to the CDC. Many people will recover after just a few days.

However, Salmonella infections can cause more severe illness in select groups of people, including those under five years of age, those over 65, and those with weakened immune systems.

The CDC says that if anyone has the following symptoms, they should contact a healthcare provider:

• Diarrhea and a fever higher than 102 degrees Fahrenheit
• Diarrhea for more than 3 days that is not improving
• Bloody diarrhea
• So much vomiting that you cannot keep liquids down
• Signs of dehydration, such as: Less frequent urination Dry mouth and throat Feeling dizzy when standing up

• Less frequent urination
• Dry mouth and throat
• Feeling dizzy when standing up

What should I do if I have the recalled products?

Check your refrigerator, freezer, and pantries for the recalled products. If you have the recalled products, do not consume them.

JFE Franchising, Inc. and Walmart Inc. say the recalled products should either be disposed of or returned to their place of purchase. Yummi Sushi LLC and Supreme Service Solutions LLC say the recalled products should be discarded.

Additionally, any surfaces the recalled products or their containers have come into contact with should be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.