Gold Medal flour products recalled for E. Coli concerns
A local grocery chain says that it has pulled several flour products from shelves, after they were recalled by it’s manufacturer for possible E. Coli contamination. Giant Foods says they have removed from sale Gold Medal products, because they are potentially linked to an outbreak of E. coli 0121.
The following products are included in this recall:
- Gold Medal Wondra Quick Mixing Flour, 13.5 oz., UPC 1600018980 with Better if Used by Dates of 25FEB2017 through 30MAR2017
- Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 2 lb., UPC 1600010710 with Better if Used by Dates of 25MAY2017KC through 03JUN2017KC
- Gold Medal All Purpose Flour, 5 lb., UPC 1600010610 with Better if Used by Dates of 25MAY2017KC, 27MAY2017KC through 31MAY2017KC, 01JUN2017KC, 03JUN2017KC through 05JUN2017KC, 11JUN2017KC through 14JUN2017KC
- Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour, 5 lb., UPC 1600019610 with Better if Used by Dates of 25MAY2017KC, 27MAY2017KC, 03JUN2017KC, 04JUN2017KC
Giant says that although most strains of E. coli are harmless, others can make you sick. E. coli O121 is apparently a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause bloody diarrhea and dehydration. Seniors, the very young, and persons with compromised immune systems are reportedly the most susceptible to foodborne illness.
Those who have purchased any of the products listed above, should throw away any unused portions, and bring their purchase receipt to Giant for a full refund.
Questions about the recall can be directed to General Mills at 1-800-230-8103, or Giant Food Customer Service at 888-469-4426.
