Beef Recall Map Shows Area Affected

Eleven states and Washington, D.C., have been affected by a mass recall of ground beef products in this week.

The U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued Class 1 recall for several beef products due to concerns of potential E.coli contamination. The recall specifically concerns six ground beef products produced by Cargill Meat Solutions, Pennsylvania.

A map shows that the involved area comprises states in the mid-Atlantic and New England regions.

The FSIS initiated the recall after discovering that a previously segregated product was mistakenly used in the production of ground mince and burger patties. Approximately 16,243 pounds of raw beef are believed to be affected by the May 1 notice.

"Out of an abundance of caution and in coordination with the USDA, we have voluntarily recalled approximately 16,000 pounds of our ground beef products that may potentially be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7," Cargill Meat Solutions told Newsweek.

The company also clarified that the recalled products were sent to Walmart stores across 11 states concentrated in the east and north east of the country. They are: Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Vermont. The recall is also in place in Washington, D.C.

Anyone who lives in these states have has purchased one of the affected products is urged to check the details on the packaging. The affected products are:

• 2.25 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing "93% LEAN 7% FAT ALL NATURAL LEAN GROUND BEEF" with lot code 117.
• 1.33 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing four "PRIME RIB BEEF STEAK BURGERS PATTIES" with lot code 118.
• 2.25 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing "85% LEAN 15% FAT ALL NATURAL ANGUS PREMIUM GROUND BEEF" with lot code 117.
• 2.25 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing "80% LEAN 20% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF CHUCK" with lot code 118.
• 1.33 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing four "80% LEAN 20% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES" with lot code 118.
• 1.33 pounds. plastic-wrapped trays containing four "90% LEAN 10% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN PATTIES" with lot code 118.

Consumers are advised to check for the establishment number "EST. 86P" printed on the back of the label for identification.

In response to the recall, the FSIS has said any relevant products found should not be consumed and should either be discarded or returned to the store where it was purchased. For inquiries regarding the recall, Cargill has established a consumer hotline at 1-844-419-1574.

Escherichia coli poses serious health risks, with symptoms of infection including dehydration, bloody diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. While most people recover within a week, severe complications can arise, especially in vulnerable groups such as young children under five and elderly adults.

The recall is not linked to the a separate E.coli outbreak across 19 states from products produced by Gibson Farms, Inc. So far, 12 illnesses have been reported from consuming the contaminated product.