Cucumbers distributed across 13 states in the United States and five provinces in Canada are being recalled due to potential contamination with salmonella, according to announcements made by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week.

SunFed Produce, headquartered in Arizona, initiated the recall for cucumbers that were sold between the dates of October 12 and November 26. As of Thursday, officials noted that no illnesses had been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers who purchased cucumbers during this specified period are advised to check with the retailer from which they were bought to determine if the cucumbers fall under the recall. Additionally, it’s recommended to thoroughly wash any items and surfaces that may have come in contact with the cucumbers using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher to ensure cleanliness.

Salmonella infection can lead to symptoms that typically appear between six hours and six days following the ingestion of contaminated food, such as diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. While most individuals recover from salmonella infections within a week without needing medical treatment, young children, elderly individuals over the age of 65, and those with compromised immune systems are at a greater risk of developing severe illness.

Earlier this summer, a different outbreak associated with cucumbers resulted in approximately 450 reported cases of salmonella infection across the United States, highlighting the ongoing public health challenges associated with food safety.