Wood County Inspections Find Food Safety Violations

Shrimp thawing at room temperature and a leaky roof among issues uncovered.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:13am

An extreme close-up X-ray image revealing the translucent internal structure of a shrimp, conceptually illustrating food safety issues uncovered by health inspections.Health inspections uncover food safety violations, including improper thawing of seafood, that put public health at risk.Auburndale Today

The Wood County Health Department recently conducted inspections of licensed food establishments and other businesses, uncovering several food safety violations. Among the issues found were shrimp thawing at room temperature and a leaky roof at one establishment.

Why it matters

Proper food handling and storage is crucial to prevent foodborne illnesses. These types of violations can put public health at risk if not addressed promptly.

The details

During the inspections, the health department found one violation at Kizzy and Sue's Bar and Grill in Auburndale - shrimp was thawing at room temperature, which can allow bacteria to grow. Additionally, a leaky roof was discovered at another unspecified location, which could lead to contamination of food preparation areas.

  • The inspections were conducted in March 2026.

The players

Kizzy and Sue's Bar and Grill

A food establishment located in Auburndale, Wisconsin that was cited for a violation during the health department inspections.

Wood County Health Department

The local health authority responsible for conducting inspections of licensed food establishments and other businesses in Wood County, Wisconsin.

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What’s next

The health department will likely follow up with the establishments to ensure the violations are corrected in a timely manner to protect public health.

The takeaway

These inspection results highlight the importance of proper food handling and maintenance of facilities to prevent foodborne illness outbreaks. Ongoing oversight and enforcement by the health department helps keep the community safe.