Prima Wawona has expanded its recall for bagged peaches to include bulk fruit because of a potential salmonella risk. According to a report in Delish.com, in addition to Aldi and Target, retailers who received the recalled peaches include Kroger, Ralphs, Wal-Mart and Wegmans. So far, the salmonella outbreak has sickened 68 people across nine states….
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Peach Recall Expanded After Salmonella Outbreak in Several States
Dressers Sold at Kmart Recalled for Tip-Over Danger
The retailer Transformco recalled nearly 20,000 four-drawer dressers sold exclusively at Kmart under the Essential Home brand and identified as the Belmont 2.0 model. According to Consumer Reports, the products are unsafe because they could be unstable if not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can lead to injuries…
Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX SUVs Recalled for Brake Issues
Ford has announced that it will issue a vehicle defect recall for 488,594 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX SUVs due to concerns that the brake lines could leak fluid and subsequently increase the risk of a crash. According to Consumer Reports, as the brake fluid level decreases, the driver may experience greater brake pedal travel…
Goldenseal Root Powder Recalled after Baby Dies from Infection
Goldenseal Root Powder sold on Amazon.com was recalled after a baby died from an infection when the powder was put on the baby’s umbilical cord. According to an alert posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Maison Terre has recalled all lots of Organic Goldenseal Root Powder due to a risk of severe…
NHTSA Investigates Chrysler Town & Country Charging Hub Fires
An investigation has been launched over potentially dangerous charging hub fires in Chrysler minivans. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into the 2014 Chrysler Town & Country after reports of fires starting in the minivans’ interiors. According to a report on CNET.com, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) said…
Frozen Cooked Shrimp Sold at Costco at Risk for Salmonella
A recall has been issued for frozen shrimp sold at major U.S. retailers that may have been contaminated with salmonella bacteria. Experts have warned consumers not to each any frozen cooked shrimp bought from Costco, BJ’s Wholesale Club, or Tops between February and mid-May this year. According to Consumer Affairs, the U.S. Food and Drug…
Study Shows ATV Accidents Are on the Rise
With the popularity of all-terrain vehicles at an all-time high, a study has revealed that ATV accidents are also on the rise. A new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, hopes to alert Americans about the dangers of ATVs, especially when it comes to children. The hospital’s study found that over the past…
FDA Recalls Potatoes and Citrus Fruits for Potential Listeria Contamination
A number of food items have been recalled after a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination was discovered. Freshouse, a North Carolina-based company, has issued a recall for a number of brands of Red B Potatoes, Lemons, Limes, Organic Limes, and Valencia Orange. According to news reports, the voluntary recall was issued following a routine internal inspection…
Blowers Recalled for Potential Fire Hazard
A California company has issued a major recall of potentially dangerous blowers after a fire hazard was uncovered. Intertex of Azusa, California, is issuing a product defect recall for about 197,000 blowers in the United States and Canada. According to a report on Consumer Affairs, the utility outlets on the side of blowers are not…
Pregnant Woman Killed in Anaheim DUI Crash
A pregnant woman was struck and killed in a horrific DUI crash while walking on an Anaheim sidewalk – but her baby was saved. Yesenia Lisette Aguilar, 23, was killed when a Jeep jumped the curb and struck her. According to a KTLA news report, the incident occurred the night of Aug. 12 when the…