Spokane Produce Inc

Recall #F-0847-2019 · Initiated 2018-12-14

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What happened

Spokane Produce Inc is recalling green lettuce products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, a harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recall includes lettuce fillets sold to restaurants and food service businesses, as well as packaged lettuce heads distributed to stores.

Who is at risk

Everyone who consumed these products is at risk, but young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are most vulnerable to severe illness from E. coli.

What to do

If you purchased green lettuce from Spokane Produce Inc in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, or Wyoming between the distribution dates, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience symptoms like severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (especially bloody), or fever after eating this lettuce.

Product

-Washed and Packed Whole Green Lettuce Fillets, item # 80415, are packaged in 10 lbs. cases, foodservice item distributed without label. -Washed and Packed Whole Green Lettuce Fillets, item # 80416, are packaged in 5 lbs. cases, foodservice item distributed without label. -Green Lettuce Heads, item # 45611, 6 heads are packaged in a bag, distributed without label.

Reason for recall

The green leaf lettuce fillets and heads are recalled due to a potential to be contaminated with E. Coli O157:H7.

Quantity affected

Green Lettuce Fillets (16/10 lb. cases and 11/5 lb. cases); Green Lettuce heads (36/6 ct. Bags)

Distribution

Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.

Lot / code info

None.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone