FDA posted a recall notice, confirming the mass recall conducted by Florida-based Fresh Start Produce Sales for its whole cucumbers over potential salmonella contamination. Should Americans be concerned? Here are the latest details.

FDA Recall Notice: Fresh Start Produce Sales Recalls Cucumbers

According to Fox News' latest report, Fresh Start Produce Sales is shipping its cucumbers to more than a dozen states. However, the produce company recalled these vegetables due to concerns about salmonella contamination.

The affected cucumbers were shipped from May 17 through May 21. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said they were shipped in bulk cartons directly to food service distributors, wholesalers, and retail distribution centers.

The cucumbers reached the following states:

• North Carolina
• New Jersey
• New York
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Alabama
• Florida
• Georgia
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Virginia
• West Virginia
• Illinois
• Maryland

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Cucumber Recall Related To Ongoing Salmonella Outbreak

FDA officials said that the latest cucumber mass recall of Fresh Start Produce Sales, which it voluntarily conducted, is linked to an ongoing salmonella outbreak in the US.

Health experts have issued a serious warning: Salmonella can cause severe infections, especially in elderly people with weakened immune systems. Children, too, are at risk, experiencing symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting.

In some cases, Salmonella can even lead to deadly infections among kids and elderly people. If you suspect that the cucumbers you purchased are contaminated with Salmonella, the best thing you can do is throw them away, avoid eating them, and call Fresh Start Produce Sales at 1-888-364-2993.

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