The Food and Drug Administration has escalated an ongoing egg recall to its most serious class.

On Sept. 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sent out an initial recall for eggs produced by Wisconsin-based Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC because they were potentially contaminated with salmonella. The eggs were distributed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan through retail stores and food service distributors.

According to an announcement on the FDA website, the recall includes:

• All carton sizes and all egg types labeled with “Milo’s Poultry Farms.” This recall covers all expiration dates.
• All carton sizes of “Tony’s Fresh Market” branded eggs, all expiration dates.
• All cases of eggs for retail foodservice distribution, all expiration dates.

As of Sept. 6, a total of 65 people infected with the outbreak strain of salmonella have been reported from 9 states, according to an announcement from the CDC. Illnesses started on dates ranging from May 23-Aug.10. Of 63 people with information available, 24 have been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported.

What brands are being recalled?

The recalled eggs are sold under four brand names:

• Milo’s Poultry Farms
• Happy Quackers Farm
• M&E Family Farms
• Tony’s Fresh Market

What states have reported illnesses linked to the recall?

According to TODAY.com, nine states have reported illnesses linked to the recall.

• Wisconsin
• California
• Colorado
• Iowa
• Illinois
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Utah
• Virginia

Consumers who have purchased “Milo’s Poultry Farms” eggs or “Tony’s Fresh Market” eggs are urged not to consume them. People with questions should contact the company at 715-758-6709.