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The PK Minimart at 2644 W. 4700 South in Taylorsville was temporarily closed earlier this week, after health inspectors found cockroaches, flies and other problems that presented an "imminent public health hazard."
According to a notice on the Salt Lake County Health Department website, more than 50 health code violations ranging from minor to critical were found. Some of the most problematic included:
• Live cockroaches
• Dead cockroaches in drawers.
• Flies
• Carpeting in food preparation area.
• Green chemical in a spray bottle stored next to food.
• Shampoo, conditioner and body wash stored in the establishment.
• Bowls used for food scoops and stored inside food containers.
• Clean knives stored on a dirty knife block.
• Raw seed sprouts, egg rolls, cooked rice, noodles and chicken all stored at improper temperatures.
The mini-mart owners can reopen the business as soon as the problems are fixed and health inspectors deem it safe for customers.