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Food Safety Alert: Multistate E. coli Outbreak Linked to Frozen Blueberries

Food Safety Alert: Multistate E. coli Outbreak Linked to Frozen Blueberries Date: July 6, 2026 Current Status: Investigation Ongoing Recall Status: Issued The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with public health officials across several states, is actively investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli infections associated with frozen blueberries. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return any recalled blueberries in their possession. Key Information: - Reported Cases: 12 - Hospitalizations: 4 - Fatalities: 0 - Affected States: 2 Recalled Product Details: On July 3, 2026, Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. issued a recall for the following product: - Product: Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries, 10 oz - Lot Code: 60401 - Best By Date: February 9, 2028 - Distribution: Shipped to Publix retail stores across eight states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Consumers are urged to ch...