# FDA Raises Egg Recall to Highest Risk Level as Salmonella Outbreak Spreads

The FDA has escalated an egg recall to its highest risk level after a salmonella outbreak sickened dozens of people across multiple states. Consumers are urged to check refrigerators for recalled eggs and discard or return them to avoid infection. The upgrade signals a serious, ongoing public health threat requiring immediate attention.

**Importance:** 4/5

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- [Fox News Business](https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/fda-upgrades-egg-recall-highest-risk-level-salmonella-sickens-dozens-across-several-states) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:10:18 GMT