If you think the power will be out for several days, try to find some ice to pack inside your refrigerator. Foods are categorized into groups. Potentially hazardous foods are the most important. Some foods may not be hazardous but the quality may be affected by increases in temperature. These foods include salad dressings, mayonnaise, butter, margarine, produce, hard cheeses, and so on.
Some foods are safe .
These are carbonated beverages, unopened bottled juices, ketchup, mustard, relishes, jams, peanut butter, barbecue sauce, and so on. Potentially hazardous foods should be discarded if they warm up above 45 o F. Frozen foods that remain frozen are not a risk. If potentially hazardous foods are thawed, but are still cold or have ice crystals on them, you should use them as soon as possible. F, you should discard them. You cannot rely on appearance or odor.