Container with spoiled eggs confiscated by health authorities

Early yesterday morning, the Department of Public Health (DVG) received a valuable tip about a container possibly holding spoiled eggs. In response, an inspector from DVG’s Food Inspection and Hygiene Section was dispatched to investigate.

The tip proved accurate: the container was found to contain spoiled eggs. DVG immediately seized the shipment and ordered its destruction to prevent any risk to public health.

At this time, it is unclear how many of the spoiled eggs may have reached the market before May 7th. As a precaution, DVG is urging the public to be vigilant when purchasing or consuming eggs.

Spoiled eggs may be identified by the following signs:

• Float test: Place the egg in a glass of water. If it floats, it is likely no longer safe to eat.
• Smell: A spoiled egg emits a strong, unpleasant odor.
• Appearance: If the egg appears watery or discolored when opened, it should not be consumed.