Freezer Storage Duration
- Fully-stocked freezer: Food remains cold for up to 48 hours (2 days) after power loss.
- Half-full freezer: Food stays frozen for around 24 hours (1 day).
Refrigerator Storage Duration
Unopened refrigerator: Food remains safely cold for about 4 hours after power outage.
Temperature Check After Power Restoration
- Check the temperature inside your fridge once power is restored.
- Fridge should be at or below 40º Fahrenheit; freezer at or below 0º Fahrenheit.
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