A California produce company is recalling bags of baby carrots that were sold in Publix stores in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama and South Carolina.

The Los Angeles Salad Co. is recalling its "Genuine Sweet Baby Carrots" with a Sell By Date Code up to and including Aug. 16, 2007, printed on the back of the packages because those products may be contaminated with the bacteria Shigella.

Shigella infection can cause diarrhea (which may be bloody), fever, nausea and vomiting. The illness usually lasts from four to 14 days. In some persons, especially the very young, the very old and people with compromised immune systems, the diarrhea can be more severe. Infection can occur after eating and drinking food and water that is contaminated with Shigella, and it can be passed from person to person.

The product was sold in packages labeled "Los Angeles Salad Genuine Sweet Baby Carrots." All of these packages were sold in flexible plastic bags in 7 oz. and 8 oz. sizes. Consumers who have purchased the baby carrots are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Los Angeles Salads at 626-322-9017.

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