FDA Issues Warning and Recall for Contaminated Oysters Harvested in Groton, CT

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert advising consumers not to eat oysters harvested in southeastern Connecticut last week, as they may be contaminated. The Connecticut Department of Agriculture implemented a precautionary closure of shellfish-growing waters off Groton and Stonington due to possible sewage contamination. No illnesses have been reported, and all recalled oysters were destroyed or returned. The FDA has notified restaurants and food retailers in multiple states that may have purchased the potentially contaminated oysters. Contaminated oysters can cause illness, especially if eaten raw, and consumers experiencing food poisoning symptoms should contact their healthcare provider. The source of contamination is being investigated, and the shellfishing area will remain closed until the issue is resolved.