Recall Of Potentially Radioactive Shrimp Expands To 23 States From Coast To Coast Recall Of Potentially Radioactive Shrimp Expands To 23 States From Coast To Coast
Recall Of Potentially Radioactive Shrimp Expands To 23 States From Coast To Coast It looks like an ordinary bag of frozen shrimp, but regulators are warning consumers to steer clear. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says a shrimp recall launched last week has now widened to cover products distributed in 23 states.  The move, marking the third time the recall has been expanded, follows concerns that some frozen shrimp may contain traces of Cesium-137, a man-made radioactive isotope linked to long-term cancer risk. Southwind Foods, based in Carson, California, issued the recall after tests flagged possible contamination in shrimp processed by PT. Bahari Makmur …
Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines
Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines About 780,000 electric pressure washers are being recalled after parts exploded and injured dozens of people. TTI Outdoor Power Equipment issued the recall for around 764,000 Ryobi brushless electric pressure washers sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Aug. 28. About 16,000 power washers were sold in Canada. The recall affects two types of power washers: the 2300 PSI model RY142300 and the 2700 PSI model RY142711VNM. The machines' capacitors can overheat and burst, sending parts flying toward users and bystanders. South Carolina-base…
New Update: Hand Sanitizers, Cleansers, Skin Protectants, Deodorant Pulled In Nationwide Recall New Update: Hand Sanitizers, Cleansers, Skin Protectants, Deodorant Pulled In Nationwide Recall
New Update: Hand Sanitizers, Cleansers, Skin Protectants, Deodorant Pulled In Nationwide Recall A nationwide recall has been expanded to include additional lots of hand sanitizers, cleansers, skin protectants, and a deodorant.  This action follows testing that flagged potential contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex, a group of bacteria that can cause serious, even life-threatening infections in people with weakened immune systems. DermaRite Industries made the new, voluntary recall on Wednesday, Aug. 27. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced the new recall on Thursday, Aug. 28. DermaRite said it is acting out of an abundance of caution after potential micr…
Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns
Frozen Shrimp Recall Expands Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns A growing seafood scare has widened as federal officials announced a second shrimp recall tied to possible radioactive contamination, this time involving multiple brands across nine states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Southwind Foods, LLC, is voluntarily recalling a range of frozen shrimp products that may be contaminated with cesium-137, a man-made radioactive isotope linked to long-term cancer risk through repeated exposure. This marks the second shrimp recall in a matter of days. Earlier, the FDA warned that certain frozen shrimp sold at Walmart stores could be contaminat…
32,000 Pounds Of Meat Products Pulled Nationwide Over Fake Inspection Labels 32,000 Pounds Of Meat Products Pulled Nationwide Over Fake Inspection Labels
32,000 Pounds Of Meat Products Pulled Nationwide Over Fake Inspection Labels A company is recalling tens of thousands of pounds of meat after federal investigators discovered that products were sold with counterfeit inspection labels. Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, based in Edison, New Jersey, is pulling back approximately 32,000 pounds of chorizo, pork chops, and ribs.  The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said the items were produced without required federal inspection but carried a false USDA mark, making them unsafe to eat. The recall covers six types of vacuum-sealed products under the “Olancho” and “Sabrositos Hondureños” labels, including m…
Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle
Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle Tens of thousands of tea kettles are being recalled after several people suffered burns when the infuser basket lid fell off during use. Synergy Housewares issued the recall for about 40,000 Wolfgang Puck stainless steel petite tea kettles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. The kettles came with a removable tea infuser basket. The recall comes after at least 10 incidents in which the kettle's infuser basket lid came loose and fell during use. Five of those cases involved burns or scalding injuries, according to the CPSC. The 14-ounce stainless-stee…
Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks
Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Tens of thousands of pairs of heated socks are being recalled after nearly a dozen reports of burns and blisters. Fieldsheer Apparel Technologies issued the recall for about 45,000 heated socks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 7. The socks can cause pain and injuries when worn during activities that generate a combination of heat, friction, moisture, and pressure. The company has received 11 reports of the socks causing discomfort, including four cases of burns and blisters, according to the CPSC. The recall includes models MWMS07, MWWS07, a…
Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall
Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall A hair growth serum has been recalled nationwide over packaging that fails to keep children safe, creating a poisoning risk for young kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of about 21,300 bottles of Séfralls Minoxidil Hair Generation Serum on Thursday, Aug. 7. The product contains minoxidil, a prescription-strength ingredient that must be sold in child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The recalled serum comes in an amber dropper bottle with a white and gold dropper and a white, black, and gold label marked "Séfralls" and "m…
Dangerous Bacteria Found in Popular Soaps: Nationwide Recall Hits US Homes, Hospitals Dangerous Bacteria Found in Popular Soaps: Nationwide Recall Hits US Homes, Hospitals
Dangerous Bacteria Found in Popular Soaps: Nationwide Recall Hits US Homes, Hospitals A nationwide recall is in effect for dozens of soap and skincare products sold in homes, hospitals, and care facilities after tests revealed dangerous bacterial contamination, the US Food and Drug Administration announced. New Jersey-based DermaRite Industries is pulling multiple lots of DermaKleen, DermaSarra, KleenFoam, and PeriGiene products from shelves nationwide, including Puerto Rico, after the products tested positive for Burkholderia cepacia, federal officials said. The bacteria can cause serious and potentially life-threatening infections, especially in people with weakened immune…
Boar’s Head Plant Linked To Deadly Listeria Outbreak Set To Reopen: Reports Boar’s Head Plant Linked To Deadly Listeria Outbreak Set To Reopen: Reports
Boar’s Head Plant Linked To Deadly Listeria Outbreak Set To Reopen: Reports The Boar's Head deli meat plant in Virginia, linked to a listeria outbreak that killed 10 people and sickened dozens more, is set to reopen, according to reports. In September 2024, millions of pounds of deli meat were subject to recall after a listeria outbreak was reported at the facility in Jarratt, Virginia, where liverwurst samples tested positive for the bacteria.  The outbreak sickened at least 60 people in more than a dozen states, according to federal officials. The facility was shut down in September, leaving nearly 200 workers without a job. “It pains us to impact the livel…
Air Force Plans To Buy Cybertrucks For Target Practice As Tesla Sales Plummet Air Force Plans To Buy Cybertrucks For Target Practice As Tesla Sales Plummet
Air Force Plans To Buy Cybertrucks For Target Practice As Tesla Sales Plummet The Air Force is aiming to buy Tesla's widely maligned Cybertrucks for target practice. According to a request submitted by the Air Force Test Center, the military is seeking to purchase two Cybertrucks for target vehicle training for flight tests. Officials say the goal is to prepare units by simulating real-world situations. The trucks must arrive intact, with glass, mirrors, and wheels in place but drained of fluids. They don't need to run, though all wheels must roll. The Air Force listed other types of cars, SUVs, and pickups, but Cybertrucks were the only specific model req…
Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know
Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know Ford is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles after identifying a software defect that could cause sudden brake assist failure in the automaker's latest safety issue. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford issued the recall for about 312,120 pickup trucks and SUVs. The recall covers several popular 2025 models, including the Ford F-150, Bronco, Ranger, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator. The electronic brake booster (EBB) module may malfunction and shut down while the vehicle is in motion. That could result in increased stopping distance or cause advanced driver-ass…