Power Outage Food Safety Checklist — Check Fridge and Freezer Food

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Power outage food safety checklist

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If the door stayed closed, refrigerated food remains within the general 4-hour window; keep it cold.

The freezer is still within its general hold time. Keep it closed and inspect every package after restoration.

Never taste food to judge safety; when in doubt, throw it out. This checklist does not cover flooded appliances or refrigerated medicines.