Oysters and Clams Linked to Norovirus Outbreak Recalled Nationwide, FDA Warns

The United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall on oysters and Manila clams sold nationwide because they may be contaminated with norovirus.

The oysters and clams were harvested by Rudy’s Shellfish from the Pickering Passage growing area in Washington from November 15, 2024 through December 11, 2024. The recalled seafood products were distributed to restaurants and retailers in Arizona, California, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, and Washington, but other states may also be affected, according to the FDA.

Separately, select Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi oysters harvested by Pacific Northwest Shellfish and Union Bay Seafood are being recalled due to possible norovirus contamination. These products were sold to distributors and retailers throughout the U.S. and harvested between December 1, 2024 and December 9, 2024. This recall has been linked to several illnesses, according to a release by S&M Shellfish Co.

Restaurants and retailers should not serve or sell any potentially contaminated oysters and Manila clams, the FDA warns. Dispose of the recalled seafood products by throwing them in the garbage or returning them to the distributor for destruction.

Symptoms of norovirus typically begin within 12 to 48 hours after exposure. Sick individuals may experience diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, fever, headache, and body aches, according to the FDA. Most people with norovirus recover within one to three days.