Walmart's Water Bottle Recall: A Lesson in Product Safety

The Issue:

• Lid can shoot off with surprising force
• Two people have lost their vision

Bottles Affected:

• Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles
• Sold in Walmart stores since 2017
• Problem occurs when filled with certain drinks
• Lid can become pressurized and eject forcefully

Injuries Reported:

• Three people hurt
• Two suffered permanent eye damage

Recall Notice:

• Issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
• Warns of potential danger

Walmart's Advice:

• Stop using these bottles immediately
• Return them to any Walmart store for a full refund

Identifying the Recalled Bottles:

• Model number: 83-662 (on the packaging, not the bottle)
• Features:
• Silver base
• Black lid
• Ozark Trail logo

Importance of Product Safety:

• Companies must test products thoroughly
• Consumers should be aware of potential risks
• If a product seems unsafe, stop using it and seek a replacement