The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling a brand of apple cider over concerns it may be contaminated with E.coli.
The agency is warning people to not consume certain unpasteurized apple cider products produced by Rolling Acres Cider Mill. The products were sold on Saturday, October 11 at the St. Jacob's Farmers' Market. They were sold in different types of containers, including plastic jugs, and unlabelled soft plastic bags, similar to milk bags.
The cider was also sold at the company's location in Waterloo.
Three people have become ill with E.coli after reportedly drinking unpasteurized apple cider linked to Rolling Acres Apple Cider Mill. If any more cases arise, the CFIA says they will be investigated to determine if they are associated with unpasteurized apple cider.
"I strongly warn the public not to consume the affected product and check their freezers in particular to discard any frozen unpasteurized apple cider," says Dr. David Mowat, Ontario Interim Chief Medical Officer of Health. "E. coli O157:H7 infection can cause serious illness – anyone who may have consumed the product and shows signs of infection, such as stomach cramps, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, nausea and/or vomiting should see a health care provider immediately."
Ontarians are reminded to check their fridges and freezers for the recalled product and if any is found, it is recommended that it be thrown out right away.