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Weevils are pantry flour bugs and are commonly found in rice, flour and cornmeal. We want to assure you that these bugs are not harmful to humans or animals and will not make you sick if you consume them by accident.

If you received grocery items with weevils in it:

1. Discard any remaining oatmeal immediately. Put the garbage bags outside, ideally away from your home.
2. If possible, vacuum your pantry shelves.
3. Wipe your cleaned pantry shelves with a solution made from equal parts white vinegar and water.
4. Continue to check your pantry for bugs, as it may take a while for all of them to be completely gone.

Tips for home storage:

• Weevils cannot survive in the freezer, so storing whole grains in the freezer for at least four days is helpful.
• Store grains in hard airtight containers or jars.
• Prior to cooking, always rinse rice until water runs clear.

The safety of our clients is our highest priority at Second Harvest.

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