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Publix recalls blueberries after multiple people reportedly became severely sick with E. coli. Here are the impacted states
By Akim Powell at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
(Gray News) - Frozen blueberries sold at Publix were recalled after they were connected to multiple E. coli cases.On July 3, Publix said that Chilean company Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. initiated the recall of 10-ounce bags of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries, according to a press re...
Key takeaway On July 3, Publix said that Chilean company Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville residents who shop at Publix should be aware of the recall of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries due to E. coli contamination. As one of the impacted states, Tennessee has likely seen some of the 12 confirmed cases of E. coli reported between May 11 and June 5. The recall affects Publix stores across the state, including in the Nashville area, where customers may have purchased the contaminated blueberries. Residents are advised to check their freezers for the affected products, which have a lot code of 60401 and a best-by date of Feb. 9, 2028. Publix's prompt action in recalling the products and urging customers to return or discard them is a crucial step in preventing further illnesses. Nashville's health department will likely be monitoring the situation closely to ensure that any local cases are properly reported and contained.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? (Gray News) - Frozen blueberries sold at Publix were recalled after they were connected to multiple E. coli cases.On July 3, Publix said that Chilean company Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. initiated the recall of 10-ounce bags of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries, according to a press re...
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