Product Review: Power Out From Summer Storms? Here's How to Keep Your Refrigerator Food Safe for Up to 48 Hours

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Details: Written by CNET Reviews; Category: Reviews; Published: 05 July 2026; Created: 05 July 2026; Last Updated: 05 July 2026

A power outage triggers a clock most people don't know is running. The moment the refrigerator goes dark, perishables inside have roughly 4 hours before the temperature climbs into the danger zone: the range between 40 degrees Fahrenheit and 140 F, where bacteria multiply rapidly. The freezer buys considerably more time, up to 48 hours…
Product Review: Power Out From Summer Storms? Here's How to Keep Your Refrigerator Food Safe for Up to 48 Hours

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