SubscribeIs the food in my refrigerator still good after a power outage?
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If you experience a power outage, you might be wondering if the food in your refrigerator or freezer is still safe to eat. The answer is, “probably not” according to the Louisiana State University AgCenter.
A press release sent out by the center said to, “Discard any perishable food, such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs and leftovers that have been higher than 40 degrees F for two hours. This will be true of most food in your refrigerator if the power was off for more than four hours.”
Your greatest weapon against food spoilage during a power outage is preparation. Here are some tips from LSU and Nutritionist and food safety expert Beth Reames:
Don’t open the refrigerator or freezer door!
Your unopened refrigerator will still keep your food cold for up to four hours. A full freezer will keep food cold for 48 hours if unopened and a half-full freezer will keep food cold for 24 hours. The more you open the door, the more cool air escapes. Use portable coolers and place items…
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