Be Prepared:
- One or two days before a hurricane hits, turn the refrigerator and freezer dial to the coldest temperature.
- Freeze potable water in food-grade containers.
- Have a refrigerator thermometer on hand.
When the Power Goes Out:
- Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible.
- The refrigerator will keep foods cold for about 4 hours if it is unopened.
- If the refrigerator temperature goes above 40˚ F for two hours or more, throw out all perishable foods, e.g. milk, eggs, meat, poultry, leftovers.
- Don’t rely on the smell, appearance, or taste test.
For more information contact the Family and Consumer Sciences section at (561) 233-1742.
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