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When to Save and When to Throw it Out

Last Updated: June 30, 2011

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After a weather emergency or disaster has knocked out your power, you may be wondering if your food is safe to consume.

The USDA Food Safety Inspection Service has compiled an easy to use chart for deciding when it’s best to “throw it out!”


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Keeping Food Safe During An Emergency

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