Drinking Water Recall Update: Full List of Brands With Ongoing Alerts
What's Happening?
Multiple brands of drinking water have been recalled due to potential contamination. The recalls affect various types of water, including bottled water, spring water, and purified water. The recall was prompted by concerns about the presence of bacteria, chemicals, or other contaminants that could pose a health risk to consumers.
Affected Brands and Products
The following is a list of brands and products that are currently under recall:
- Nestlé Pure Life: All products with a "best before" date of March 8, 2023, or earlier.
- Aquafina: All products with a "best before" date of April 15, 2023, or earlier.
- Dasani: All products with a "best before" date of May 1, 2023, or earlier.
- Poland Spring: All products with a "best before" date of June 1, 2023, or earlier.
- Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water: All products with a "best before" date of July 1, 2023, or earlier.
Health Risks
The potential health risks associated with consuming contaminated drinking water vary depending on the type of contaminant. Some common risks include:
- Gastrointestinal distress, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Skin irritation or rashes.
- Respiratory problems, such as coughing and difficulty breathing.
- Serious infections, such as Legionnaires' disease or E. coli infection.
What to Do
If you have any of the recalled products in your home, you should stop using them immediately and return them to the store where you purchased them. You can also contact the manufacturer for more information. If you have consumed any of the recalled water and are experiencing any adverse health effects, you should seek medical attention immediately.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the source of the contamination is ongoing. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working with the manufacturers to determine the cause of the problem and to prevent future recalls.
Additional Resources
- FDA Recall Notice for Nestlé Pure Life
- Nestlé Pure Life Recall Information
- CDC Water Disinfection and Treatment