Some 'Wylwood' Frozen Broccoli Cuts Voluntarily Recalled Over Listeria Fears
Dangerous bacteria was found in one package of broccoli, company says.
— -- A brand of packaged frozen broccoli sold in 11 states is being voluntarily recalled over concerns it could be contaminated with a dangerous bacteria, according to the company.
The Alimentos Congelados, S.A. (Pinula) is recalling 1,800 cases of its "Frozen Broccoli Cuts" after one package in Ohio tested positive for listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous bacteria that can cause fever, convulsions, diarrhea and muscle aches, the company said Friday in a statement that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted on its site.
No injuries have been reported in connection with this outbreak, the company said in its statement. The company declined to comment further today when reached by ABC News.
The bags of frozen broccoli were sold with the following label and code in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina and North Carolina, according to the company.
WYLWOOD Fresh Frozen Broccoli Cuts, NET WT. 16 OZ (1 LB), UPC 5193300110, with bag code: A25335P and A15335P.
People who bought the food item should throw it away and can contact the company with questions at 1-800-888-4646, the company said in its statement.