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Posted: Tuesday, March 12th, 2013 9:30 AM HST

Bumble Bee announces tuna recall

By Ken Hupp - 67AM KPUA News

Bumble Bee Foods says it recalled 2.4 million cans of tuna last week because of loose seals, which were discovered on Wednesday. The affected products are 5-ounce cans of chunk white albacore and chunk light tuna sold under the Bumble Bee and Brunswick brands, which were sold nationwide between January 17 and March 6. No illnesses have been reported so far, the company said. Consumers are urged to discard the cans. For information about the recall or reimbursement consumers may call (888) 820-1947. The company posted a complete list and description of cans that are affected online at www.bumblebee.com.