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Health Department Reminds Residents to Stay Safe After the Storm - Including Food Safety

November 2, 2011

Food Safety: When in doubt, throw it out! � The refrigerator will keep food at proper temperature for about four hours if the doors are not opened. A full freezer will hold a safe temperature for 48 hours (24 hours if half full).

� If the temperature in your refrigerator or freezer goes above 40 degrees, throw away perishable foods such as beef, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, and cut fruits and vegetables.

Drinking Water: � Listen for reports from your public water supply system to learn if your water is safe. � If an advisory has been issued concerning contaminated water, use only bottled, boiled, or treated water for drinking, cooking, food preparation, and hand washing.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning: � Place your generator at least 20 feet from the house and away from windows, doors and vents. Never use a generator indoors or inside of a garage, basement, or on a porch. � DO NOT use charcoal or gas grills, gas lanterns or camping stoves indoors. � Know the symptoms of CO poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness and confusion. If you suspect CO poisoning, get outside and dial 9-1-1.

Remember Medications: If you are leaving home to stay with friends, family, or at a shelter or warming center, remember to bring your prescription and non-prescription medications, including insulin and testing supplies. Remember to contact your medical supplier to have medical supplies delivered to where you are sheltering (if necessary).

Check on Family, Friends, and Neighbors: Call or visit family, friends, and neighbors who are homebound, have special needs, or who live alone and may need help. Dial 2-1-1 for assistance if someone needs shelter or power for life-sustaining medical devices. You can also contact the City of Meriden Emergency Management number at 203-634-4600.

CLICK HERE For more information about staying safe and healthy after a disaster or storm!

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