Category: Food & Water Safety
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How to Boil Water Without Power: 7 Safe Methods
When the power goes out, your electric stove, microwave, and plug-in kettle all go dark with it. The good news is that boiling water…
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How to Make Ice Last Longer in a Cooler
When the power goes out, the clock starts on your food. The USDA says a closed refrigerator keeps food safe for only about four…
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Keep Baby Formula Safe During a Power Outage
If the power goes out while you have a formula-fed baby, the safest choice is ready-to-feed formula, because it is sterile and needs no…
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Emergency Water Sources in Your Home
When the bottles you set aside run low, the best emergency water sources in your home are usually hiding in plain sight. Your water…
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How Long Does Bottled Water Last? (FDA Facts)
Commercial bottled water does not really expire. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not require an expiration date on bottled water and considers…
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How to Keep Insulin Cold During a Power Outage
Insulin you are not using keeps best in the refrigerator at about 36 to 46°F (2 to 8°C), while a vial or pen you…
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How Much Food to Stockpile for an Emergency
The official starting point is simple: keep at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food for an evacuation, and aim for a two-week supply…
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No-Cook Meals for a Power Outage: Foods & Ideas
When the power is out, your stove, microwave, and electric kettle are out with it. The good news is that a surprising amount of…
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How to Purify Water During an Emergency
If the tap goes dry or a “boil water” notice lands during an outage, boiling is the most reliable way to make questionable water…
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How to Store Water for an Emergency (Safely)
To store water for an emergency, the CDC’s advice is straightforward: keep it in clean, food-grade containers with tight-fitting lids, somewhere cool and out…