Costco Recalls Meatloaf Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination Costco has issued a recall for its Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze after determining the product may be contaminated with salmonella. The recall affects items sold between March 2 and March 13, with sell-by dates ranging from March 5 to March 16. The affected products are marked with item number #30783 and were distributed to Costco locations across 49 states, including Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Washington, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. The recall was prompted by a similar action taken by Griffith Foods Inc., a supplier of an ingredient used in the meatloaf. Costco stated that no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the potential contamination. However, the company urged consumers to avoid eating any recalled products and to return them to their local Costco for a full refund. Salmonella, a bacterial infection, can cause severe illness in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. According to the Mayo Clinic, the bacteria typically reside in the intestines of animals and humans and are spread through contaminated food or water. Most healthy individuals recover within a few days to a week without specific treatment, though some may experience symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps within 8 to 72 hours of exposure. The recall highlights the ongoing challenges of food safety in the industry, as similar incidents have been reported across other retailers.#food_safety #costco #griffith_foods_inc #salmonella #meatloaf
