In light of the recent storms we have had, and with more storms on the way, Food Science and Technology Cooperative Extension faculty Erin DiCaprio and Linda J. Harris would like to remind our colleagues, including those in the food industry (as well as the public at large) that we have information resources for food safety during emergencies highlighted on our UC Food Safety webpage.  There is a page for the food industry (food processing & distribution), and another link to a page for consumers.  

The consumer page has information on floods and power outages, which may be especially helpful.  We wish you a safe and happy new year. 

Floods

• Floods: Key Tips for Consumers About Food and Water Safety (FDA)
• Food Safety After a Flood (Oklahoma State University Extension) (PDF 128 KB)
• Food Safety Before and After a Flood (Michigan State University Extension)
• Food Safety Considerations After a Flood (North Carolina State Extension)
• Keep Your Food Safe During an Emergency:  Power Outages, Floods, and Fires (USDA)

Power Outages

• Food safety before, during, and after a power outage:  an infographic reminder (USDA) (PDF 207 KB)
• Food and Water Safety During Power Outages and Floods (FDA)
• Guidelines for Food Safety During Short-Term Power Outages (UCANR Pub 7264, PDF 112 KB)
• Keep Your Food Safe During an Emergency:  Power Outages, Floods, and Fires (USDA) 
• Power Outages:  Key Tips for Consumers About Food Safety (FDA)  
• What You Need to Know When the Power Goes Out Unexpectedly (CDC)