The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture identified a Salmonella outbreak of S. Telelkebir cases associated with consuming oysters harvested from the Little Wicomico River or Little Wicomico River, Lower. Little Wicomico Oyster Company (VA-1421-SP) has recalled oysters harvested from September 18 through October 8, 2026, and has contacted customers. Little Wicomico Oyster Company has stopped harvesting from the affected area and is cooperating with public health officials. The Virginia Department of Health has temporarily closed Little Wicomico River to shellfish harvesting, effective October 9, 2026. The Salmonella Telelkebir illnesses identified by Pennsylvania as being associated with the consumption of oysters harvested from Little Wicomico River and Little Wicomico River Lower, VA, by Little Wicomico Oyster Company (VA-1421-SP) are part of a cluster of 27 Salmonella Telelkebir illnesses being investigated by the CDC, FDA, and the relevant state authorities. The CDC initially notified the FDA of the Salmonella Telelkebir outbreak, and the FDA continues to partner with the CDC in the investigation and provide assistance, as needed, to state authorities. The FDA advises restaurants and food retailers not to serve or sell, and consumers not to eat, the recalled oysters from Little Wicomico Oyster Company because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. Little Wicomico Oyster Company oysters were distributed to restaurants and retailers in CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, MD, MO, NC, NJ, NV, NY, PA, TX, VA, and may have been further distributed. Restaurants and retailers should dispose of these products by throwing them away or contacting their distributor to arrange for destruction. The FDA continues to monitor the investigation and assist state authorities as needed. As new information becomes available, the FDA will update the safety alert. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/safety-alert-salmonella-oysters-little-wicomico-river-virginia
