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Food in a power cut?

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Mmmmmmu · 22/12/2024 01:36

Just looking for advice. Power cut in our area. Registered with Scottish power said aiming to have it on by 5am but it went off about an hour ago now I noticed as my youngest baby woke me. I logged my number so I’ll get updates I’ve unplugged things etc

(very lucky this is my situation) my fridge and freezer is full for Christmas dinner - how long can the power be off for before I have to throw the food out??

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Mmmmmmu · 22/12/2024 01:37

I keep seeing different stuff online and I have 2 young children who’ll be eating our food and an elderly FIL so definitely don’t want to chance anything with food in case it’s gone ?

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Youhaveyourhandsfull · 22/12/2024 01:38

Be fine for a day. Just don't open the fridge or freezer door. Will be absolutely fine.

EmmaSmiff · 22/12/2024 01:45

Youhaveyourhandsfull · 22/12/2024 01:38

Be fine for a day. Just don't open the fridge or freezer door. Will be absolutely fine.

This.

Tradersinsnow · 22/12/2024 01:48

24 hours is the guideline here in the subtropics so you should be fine. Keep the doors closed though.

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