New updates in the salmonella egg contamination outbreak was announced. Yesterday, the ABC World News reported a shocking update regarding the federal inspection of an Iowa farm for possible salmonella contaminated eggs. After two weeks of inspections, the FDA released a report of their findings which included live mice, flies (dead & alive), and maggots that were too numerous to count. While testing the water used to clean the eggs before they are packaged, laboratory tests confirmed the presence of Salmonealla enteritidis, according to Jeff Farrar, FDA associate commissioner for food protection. Salmonella contaminated eggs has been linked to feed but these disgusting conditions certainly add some insight as to why these eggs may have been recalled. The Los Angeles Times noted that conditions described in the reports are some of the worst food safety experts have seen in decades.

ABC News adds, “The FDA inspections are the first ever at these farms since new standards took effect in July. Now, the Administration has ordered inspectors to all the biggest egg producers in hopes of preventing another dangerous outbreak.” With more than 1,400 salmonella cases that may have been caused by salmonella tainted eggs, I hope that the FDA is able to prevent any further dangerous foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA is planning inspections of more than 600 egg-production facilities to make sure that they are all complying with the new federal standards. The agency should complete these investigations over the next 15 months according to Michael R. Taylor, deputy FDA commissioner for foods.

If you or a loved one has become sick from eggs and test positive for salmonella poisoning please contact an experienced food poisoning lawyer. Victims who have consumed salmonella contaminated eggs have a good case for compensation from these negligent egg producers. The best foodborne illness lawyers will offer free, no obligation consultations as well as a no win no fee guarantee.