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Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Purified Drinking Water

MIAMI, Fla., July 28, 2006 – Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall on Publix 1-gallon (3.78L) purified drinking water with the manufacturing plant code PLT 12-595 and the following code dates:

1 gallon:  PRD May 01, 2006 - PDR June 03, 2006 (the code can be found on the back of the container).

This water may not meet Publix quality specifications for taste and odor. The product was distributed in Publix stores in the following counties: Broward, Miami-Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Palm Beach, Florida.

"We have received notification from customers as to the odor and taste of the purified drinking water. Therefore, we're issuing a voluntary recall because customer satisfaction and safety are our first priorities," said Maria Brous, director of media and community relations. "Customers who have purchased the recalled product may return it to their store for a full refund or replacement. If customers have further inquiries they may contact Publix Consumer Relations at www.publix.com or 1-800 242-1227."