October 28, 2010 - The Health Unit is advising residents to take caution in consuming foods that have not been kept cold or frozen during the power outage that has affected the area.
The Health Unit recommends throwing out any perishable food if the electrical power to your refrigerator has been off for more than 4 hours. Any frozen foods that have thawed and have been left at room temperature for more than two hours should be thrown out. Follow these precautions:
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If in doubt throw it out.
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Throw out any food with a strange colour or odour as soon as possible.
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Never use a BBQ indoors. If using a BBQ to cook, use it outdoors.
For further information on food safety, visit the Health Unit website at TBDHU.COM or contact a Public Health Inspector at 625-5930 or 1-888-294-6630, extension 5930.
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