The recall impacts stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee, and products purchased between January 1, 2021, and today.
Highlights
- The FDA says it found more than 1,000 dead rodents after a fumigation at a distribution facility in Arkansas.
- Family Dollar says it is not aware of any reports of illness related to the recall.
- The FDA said it began an investigation into the West Memphis, Arkansas, distribution facility after receiving a consumer complaint in January.
- Food in sealed containers is safe to use but should be thoroughly washed, the FDA says.
- The recall affects products purchased between January 1, 2021, and today, and products purchased at Family Dollar stores in Alabama, Arkansas and Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee, the agency says.
- It also includes animal foods, medical devices and over-the-counter medications.