The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has elevated the egg recall affecting five states, including Tennessee, due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The affected eggs, produced by Handsome Brook Farms under the Kirkland Signature label, may pose a risk of serious health consequences, including death.
Consumers in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina are also at risk if they have purchased these eggs before January 5, 2025. The FDA considers this recall a Class I situation due to the potential for Salmonella contamination to cause severe illnesses, especially among young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
Symptoms of salmonella infection include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. To avoid any potential harm, consumers are advised to immediately return the affected eggs to their local Costco store.
The eggs in question have a unique UPC code (9661910680) and a specific Julian code (327) along with a January 5, 2025 expiration date. The FDA has taken this step to ensure public safety and prevent any potential health risks associated with these contaminated products.
Source: https://kimatv.com/news/nation-world/fda-places-highest-risk-level-recall-classification-on-costco-egg-recall