{"id":72622,"date":"2026-02-01T16:57:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:57:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tech.einnews.com\/article\/888481328"},"modified":"2026-02-01T16:57:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:57:35","slug":"virginia-tech-food-expert-gives-tips-for-keeping-food-safe-when-the-power-goes-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new7.shop\/zerocostfreehost\/index.php\/2026\/02\/01\/virginia-tech-food-expert-gives-tips-for-keeping-food-safe-when-the-power-goes-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Virginia Tech food expert gives tips for keeping food safe when the power goes out"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BLACKSBURG, Va.<\/strong> \u2013 With snow impacting various parts of the commonwealth, power outages are inevitable.<\/p>\n

Alexis Hamilton<\/a>, an assistant professor and extension specialist with Virginia Tech\u2019s Department of Food Science and Technology, gave some tips regarding food safety for when your power can\u2019t make it through the storm.<\/p>\n

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\u201cA fridge or freezer that is adequately sealed can maintain its temperature for a short while. However, it is important to keep in mind the FDA and USDA\u2019s Food Safety and Inspection Service guidelines for food safety when the power goes out.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alexis Hamilton, an assistant professor and extension specialist with Virginia Tech\u2019s Department of Food Science and Technology<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Hamilton listed the following FDA advice for those who are concerned about the safety of the food in their fridge and freezer:<\/p>\n