--- title: Del Monte Cantaloupe Sold at Costco Source of Salmonella Outbreak date: 2011-03-22T22:03:57-07:00 author: admin canonical_url: "https://marlerclark.com/cantaloupe-source-of-salmonella-outbreak" section: Litigation Landing Pages --- [Foodborne Illnesses](/foodborne-illnesses) / [Salmonella](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella) / # Del Monte Cantaloupe Sold at Costco Source of Salmonella Outbreak In another recall involving contaminated cantaloupe, the Food and Drug Administration stated that there was a link between Del Monte cantaloupe and approximately 13 reported cases of *Salmonella* serotype Panama in the following states: Washington (4 cases), Oregon (5 cases), California (2 cases), Colorado (1 case), and Maryland (1 case) in March of 2011. Del Monte Fresh put on hold the production and distribution of the potentially *Salmonella*-contaminated product from the affected farm called Asuncion Mita, which is located in Guatemala. # Cantaloupe Recalled for *Salmonella* Contamination The products recalled by Del Monte for potential *Salmonella* contamination consisted of cartons of cantaloupes, each containing 4 plastic beige mesh sleeves each sealed with a plastic orange handle with the Del Monte logo and indication “3 count, Product of Guatemala” with 3 cantaloupes per sleeve. The cantaloupes were available for sale at Costco locations between the 10th of March and the 21st of March, 2011. # Symptoms of *Salmonella* Infection Symptoms of *Salmonella* infection begin anywhere from 6 to 72 hours after a person ingests *Salmonella* bacteria and typically last 3 to 7 days, though in some cases can last longer and be potentially fatal. Symptoms include abdominal pain and cramping, diarrhea, and dehydration. In some cases they may include vomiting, headache, and body aches. # What to do if you think you have *Salmonella* Any person who believes they contracted a *Salmonella* infection should consult a doctor immediately. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a *Salmonella* infection you should call your local health department to help ensure a larger outbreak does not take place. # Contact the Marler Clark *Salmonella* Attorneys Marler Clark has recently called on Del Monte to[ pay for the medical expenses](http://www.marlerclark.com/press_releases/view/salmonella-attorney-calls-on-cantaloupe-producer-to-pay-victims-expenses " pay for the medical expenses") to victims. If you or a family member became ill with a *Salmonella* infection after consuming contaminated food and you’re interested in pursuing a legal claim, you can contact the Marler Clark *Salmonella* attorneys for a free case evaluation. 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