Report: McDonalds pulls tomatoes

The Louisville Courier Journal reports today that McDonalds has pulled tomatoes off its menu. From the story:


McDonald's restaurants nationwide are no longer selling tomatoes on any sandwiches because of the warning. McDonald's issued a statement saying: "The safety and well-being of our customers is a top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but food safety and quality at McDonald's will not be compromised." Grape tomatoes will still be available because FDA said they aren't involved in the warning, according to the statement. This is a precautionary measure, and isn't related to any specific incident at a restaurant.
FDA linked salmonellosis outbreak to consumption of certain raw red plum, red Roma, and red round tomatoes, and products containing these raw, red tomatoes, according to a press release. Since mid April, there have been 145 reported cases of salmonellosis nationwide caused by Salmonella Saintpaul, an uncommon form of Salmonella, according to the release. At least 23 hospitalizations have been reported.