The Food Standards Agency has issued a recall notice for certain porridge products due to concerns over mouse contamination, stating that some of the affected items are "unsafe to eat."

The recall comes as health authorities work to prevent potential foodborne illness from products that may have been compromised during manufacturing or storage processes. The agency has not yet specified which brands or retailers are affected by the contamination issue.

Food contamination recalls are relatively common safety measures used by regulatory agencies to protect consumers from products that fail to meet safety standards. Mouse contamination can occur at various points in the food production chain, from grain storage facilities to processing plants.

Consumers who have purchased porridge products recently are advised to check official Food Standards Agency communications for specific product details and batch numbers. Those who have purchased affected products should not consume them and may be eligible for refunds from retailers.