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Mkg Provisions Inc
Recall #F-1253-2013 · Initiated 2013-02-06
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Mkg Provisions Inc is recalling Norwegian Smoked Salmon Sides sold in Florida and Maryland because testing found Listeria Monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This is a serious recall, though no illnesses have been reported yet.
Who is at risk
Everyone can be affected, but pregnant women, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk of severe illness from this bacteria.
What to do
If you purchased Norwegian Smoked Salmon Sides (2-3 lbs.) from UpRiver or Legendary brands in Florida or Maryland, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to your store. Contact your doctor if you develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or nausea within 2-3 weeks of eating this product.
Product
Norwegian Smoked Salmon Sides (2-3 lbs.)
Reason for recall
Private lab result was positive for Listeria Monocytogenes
Quantity affected
UpRiver: 242.06 lbs.; Legendary 324 lbs.
Distribution
Florida & Maryland
Lot / code info
Lot 1768
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2013-09-18
Recalling firm
Mkg Provisions Inc
1177 Nw 81st St
Miami, FL 33150-2739
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.