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Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency

Internet URL

http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/keeping_food_Safe_during_an_emergency/index.asp  

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Sponsoring Agency

Food Safety and Inspection Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Description

Did you know that a flood, fire, national disaster, or the loss of power from high winds, snow, or ice could jeopardize the safety of your food? Knowing how to determine if food is safe and how to keep food safe will help minimize the potential loss of food and reduce the risk of foodborne illness. This fact sheet will help you make the right decisions for keeping your family safe during an emergency.

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Review Date

10/25/2007