Over 500 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Due to Possible E. Coli Contamination

Carissa Chesanek
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Scanga Meat Company is recalling 563 pounds of ground beef for possible contamination of E. coli. Four products produced on Dec. 11 were recalled with the establishment number “EST. 6460” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Ground Beef Products Included in the Recall

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the recalled products include the following:

  • 6-pound plastic tubes containing “It’s a treat to eat Scanga Meat OUR REGULAR GROUND BEEF” and may have lot code 3345 represented on the label.

  • 6-pound plastic tubes containing “It’s a treat to eat Scanga Meat OUR X-L GROUND BEEF” and may have lot code 3345 represented on the label.

  • 1-pound plastic chubs containing “SCANGA MEAT HAMBURGER” and may have lot code 3345 represented on the label.

  • 1-pound plastic trays containing “It’s a treat to eat Scanga Meat GROUND ROUND” and may have lot code 3345 represented on the label.

Check the FSIS website for product label images.

Scanga Meat Company recalled ground beef that was sold at retail locations in Colorado and was shipped to restaurants within the state.

There have been no confirmed illnesses caused by consuming the ground beef. However, if you have the recalled product, do not consume it. Toss the contaminated meat or return it to the place of purchase.

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Common Symptoms Associated with E. Coli Infections

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) first discovered the E. coli contamination following a routine test where the meat tested positive for STEC O103.

Those infected with STEC O103 can become ill within two to eight days after consumption. Common symptoms can include diarrhea and vomiting. Typically, treatment involves rehydration without the use of antibiotics. Recovery time is usually within a week, but some cases can be more severe and possibly lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure, with symptoms that include easy bruising, paleness in the skin, and low urine output. HUS is more common in children under 5 years old or those with weakened immune systems, but anyone who experiences these symptoms should seek emergency medical care right away.

It's always important to make sure raw meat is cooked properly, which the FSIS advises should reach a temperature of 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) to kill harmful bacteria.

Anyone with questions about this recall or other food safety issues can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or email MPHotline@usda.gov.

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