Food safety in emergencies

Emergency food safety begins with a plan for safe water, shelf-stable foods, refrigeration, and reliable temperature measurement. Keep a refrigerator thermometer and a freezer thermometer where you can check them.

During an emergency, minimize refrigerator and freezer door openings, monitor temperatures when possible, and follow official instructions on food disposal and drinking-water advisories.

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

FDA — Food Safety During Emergencies

Guidance on keeping food and water safe during storms, flooding, and power interruptions.

CDC — Food and Water Safety During Power Outages and Floods

Public-health guidance for food and drinking water following disasters.

Ready.gov — Food

Emergency food supplies and safe storage guidance.

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