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Food Safety after a Power Outage

When you’ve experienced a power outage, one of the things you might be concerned about is whether or not your frozen and refrigerated food is still safe to eat. According to the USDA, your refrigerator will keep food safe for up to 4 hours during a power outage. A full freezer will hold a safe temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full and the door remains closed).

The K-State Research and Extension Food Safety team shares resources for families faced with salvaging and handling food after power outages, floods and other disasters at this site: https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/disaster.html

 

Be Safe this Winter, Plan Now

Get ahead of winter storms by making sure your emergency kit for your vehicle is fully stocked: www.ready.gov/car

Be #WinterSafe, keep these items in the vehicle too:

    • Jumper cables
    • Flares or reflective triangle
    • Ice scraper
    • Car cell phone charger
    • Cat litter or sand for better tire traction

Depending on your travel plans, pack water, non-perishable food, and an extra set of warm clothes in the car in case you get stranded during winter weather.