Costco Butter Recall: Kentucky Locations

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Costco Butter Recall: Kentucky Locations Impacted

Costco has issued a nationwide recall of its Kirkland Signature Organic Salted Butter due to the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes. While this recall affects all locations, we'll specifically focus on Kentucky residents and their local Costco stores.

What is Listeria?

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection. While healthy adults might experience mild flu-like symptoms, pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of developing severe complications, including meningitis, miscarriage, and even death.

The Affected Product:

• Product: Kirkland Signature Organic Salted Butter
• UPC: 00011115170402
• Size: 1 pound (454g)
• Sell-by Date: October 20, 2023, or earlier

Kentucky Costco Locations Impacted:

• Louisville:
  • Costco Wholesale (8200 National Turnpike)
  • Costco Wholesale (12801 Shelbyville Road)
• Lexington:
  • Costco Wholesale (3585 Nicholasville Road)
• Florence:
  • Costco Wholesale (7800 Houston Road)

What Should Kentucky Consumers Do?

If you have purchased Kirkland Signature Organic Salted Butter with a sell-by date of October 20, 2023, or earlier, do not consume it.

Here's what you need to do:

1. Return the butter to your local Costco store for a full refund.
2. Dispose of the product properly by throwing it away in a sealed container.
3. If you have already consumed the butter and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, or diarrhea, seek medical attention immediately.

Further Information:

For more information on the recall, visit the Costco website or contact the customer service hotline at 1-800-770-7020.

Stay Informed:

It's important to stay updated on food safety recalls. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are reliable sources for information on recalls and food safety.

Prevent Listeria Contamination:

Remember, practicing good food hygiene is crucial to prevent listeria contamination. This includes:

• Washing hands thoroughly before and after handling food.
• Cleaning surfaces and utensils with hot soapy water.
• Separating raw meat, poultry, and seafood from other foods.
• Cooking food to a safe internal temperature.
• Refrigerating perishable foods promptly.

By following these steps, you can help protect yourself and your family from listeriosis and other foodborne illnesses.