USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service News Releases Update
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Food Safety Tips for Hawaiians Affected by Tropical Storm Flossie (Jul 30, 2013)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing food safety guidance to those affected by Tropical Storm Flossie, especially those who have lost electricity as a result of the storm. Power outages and flooding that often result from weather emergencies compromise the safety of stored food, but there are steps that can minimize food waste and the risk of foodborne illness.