Summer is heating up and warmer temperatures mean it is important to Be
Food Safe and keep foods properly chilled while outdoors and on-the-go.
Follow the basic Be Food Safe practices of
Clean, Separate, Cook
and Chill
to help reduce your family’s risk of foodborne illness.
Super Heat!
Remember—In hot weather (above 90° F), food should never sit
out for more than 1 hour.
Discard any food left out more than 2 hours
(1 hour if temperatures are above 90° F)
Hot Weather Food Safety Reminders
- Pack your cooler just before you hit the road. If you pack meat and poultry while it is still frozen it will stay colder longer.
- Pack foods in your cooler in reverse-use order—pack foods first that you are likely to use last. By doing this, you avoid having to unpack and repack the cooler along the way.
- Pack lots of ice and/or freezer packs to ensure a constant cold temperature. A full cooler will maintain a cold temperature longer than one that is partially filled.
- Keep the cooler out of direct sunlight.
- Keep drinks in a separate cooler from foods. The beverage cooler will be opened frequently while the food cooler stays closed.
- Take perishable foods in the smallest quantity needed and pack only the amount of food you think you‘ll use. Consider taking along non-perishable foods and snacks that don't need to be refrigerated.
On-the-Run or On-the-Road?
If running warm water and soap are not available for handwashing, be sure you bring along disposable wipes or hand cleanser. Always clean hands before handling food!
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