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When the refrigerator stops

A power outage has stopped the refrigerator in Linda's kitchen. Food that becomes unsafe could make her sick. The CDC says, "Never taste food to know if it is safe to eat." A short story from the BePrepared article "Food Storage During Power Outages". The article explains how to judge what food to discard.

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A power outage has stopped the refrigerator in Linda's kitchen. Food that becomes unsafe could make her sick. She's relying on how her groceries look and smell, but unsafe food can look and smell normal. The CDC says, "Never taste food to know if it is safe to eat." In today's article from the BePrepared library, you'll find ways to keep your food cold longer. Learn how to plan food storage before power outages. Knowing what to check can help you feel more confident about your next steps. Read the full article to learn how to judge what food to discard.

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