Southeastern Grocers recalls mixed melon chunks (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon) sold in medium and large containers with Listeria contamination. Consumers should check UPCs and dates for affected products.
Product sample result tested positive for Listeria species.
Southeastern Grocers is recalling mixed melon chunks containing cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon that tested positive for Listeria. This recall is important because Listeria can cause serious infections, especially for pregnant women, newborns, and immunocompromised individuals.
Listeria bacteria can cause serious infections like meningitis, sepsis, or miscarriage. The product tested positive for Listeria, which is a known pathogen that can be harmful to vulnerable populations.
Pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk from Listeria infections. Anyone who purchased the recalled melon chunks should check if they have the affected products.
Check for medium or large containers labeled 'Mixed Melon Chunks' with UPC 020436300000 (sell by 2/24/16) or UPC 020436400000 (sell by 2/24/16).
Discard any mixed melon chunks with the recalled UPCs and sell-by dates.
No, the product tested positive for Listeria and should not be consumed.
Discard the product immediately and do not eat it.
Look for medium or large containers with UPC 020436300000 or 020436400000 sold by February 24, 2016.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Southeastern Grocers to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0780-2016 — Southeastern Grocers Southeastern Grocers Hello, I own a Southeastern Grocers that is covered by recall F-0780-2016 from Southeastern Grocers. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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