​Salmonella Outbreak: Millions of Eggs Recalled Across Several U.S. States

​TEXAS — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a massive recall for nearly 19 million eggs (1.6 million dozen) produced in Texas, following a multistate Salmonella outbreak that has sickened nearly 100 people.

​Key Highlights

• ​Impact: At least 98 people across 17 states have fallen ill, with 26 hospitalizations reported so far. No deaths have been reported.
• ​Affected Brands: Eggs sold under popular labels including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire's, Country Morning, and Sunups.
• ​Distribution Area: Primarily distributed to retail stores across Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi.

​How to Identify the Recalled Eggs

​Consumers are urged to check their egg cartons for the following identification details:

• ​Plant Codes: P-1950 or 0840962
• ​Sell-By / Best-By Dates: July 20, 2026 – August 17, 2026

​FDA Safety Guidelines

​If you have these recalled eggs in your refrigerator, do not consume them. Throw them away immediately or return them to the store for a full refund.

​Common symptoms of a Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, severe abdominal cramps, and vomiting. Symptoms typically develop 6 hours to 6 days after consuming contaminated food. Anyone experiencing severe symptoms should seek medical attention promptly.

​TEXAS — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a massive recall for nearly 19 million eggs (1.6 million dozen) produced in Texas, following a multistate Salmonella outbreak that has sickened nearly 100 people.

​Key Highlights

​Impact: At least 98 people across 17 states have fallen ill, with 26 hospitalizations reported so far. No deaths have been reported.

​Affected Brands: Eggs sold under popular labels including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire's, Country Morning, and Sunups.

​Distribution Area: Primarily distributed to retail stores across Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi.

​How to Identify the Recalled Eggs

​Consumers are urged to check their egg cartons for the following identification details:

​Plant Codes: P-1950 or 0840962

​Sell-By / Best-By Dates: July 20, 2026 – August 17, 2026

​FDA Safety Guidelines

​If you have these recalled eggs in your refrigerator, do not consume them. Throw them away immediately or return them to the store for a full refund.

​Common symptoms of a Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, severe abdominal cramps, and vomiting. Symptoms typically develop 6 hours to 6 days after consuming contaminated food. Anyone experiencing severe symptoms should seek medical attenti

on promptly.