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FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest health risk level
August 14, 2026 / 3:57 PM EDT / MoneyWatch
TL;DR
- FDA has classified the egg recall as "Class 1" due to potential salmonella contamination.
- 1.6 million cartons of eggs are involved in the recall.
- Midwest Poultry Services initiated the recall on July 22.
- Recalled eggs were sold under various brand names at retailers nationwide.
- Salmonella is a bacterial infection that can cause severe health consequences.
- A previous recall by Taylor Farms involved prepared products due to contaminated jalapeños.