Resources

FoodSafety.Gov

FoodSafety.gov is a federal website that provides reliable, easy-to-understand information on how to safely handle, prepare, and store food. It offers guidance on preventing foodborne illness, food recalls and alerts, safe cooking temperatures, and tips for consumers and food service providers, all in one centralized place. 

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) serve important roles in ensuring food safety in the United States. 

Food Keeper App

The FoodKeeper helps you understand food and beverages storage. It will help you maximize the freshness and quality of items. By doing so you will be able to keep items fresh longer than if they were not stored properly. It was developed by the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service, with Cornell University and the Food Marketing Institute. 

 It is also available as a mobile application for Android and Apple devices. 

Food Safety In a Disaster or Emergency

Food Safety in a Disaster or Emergency on FoodSafety.gov provides clear guidance on how to protect food and water supplies before, during, and after emergencies such as power outages, floods, fires, and severe storms. The section covers emergency food and water storage, preparing for power loss, determining whether food is safe to eat, and when to discard food to prevent illness. It also includes practical checklists, temperature guidelines, and links to trusted federal resources to help households respond safely during and after a disaster.

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM)

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) coordinates the state emergency management program, which is intended to ensure the state and its local governments respond to and recover from emergencies and disasters, and implement plans and programs to help prevent or lessen the impact of emergencies and disasters.

This website offers the resources needed for each disaster in one list, making it easier to find what you need when you need it. 

The American Red Cross

The American Red Cross provides emergency assistance during disasters, including shelter, food, and financial recovery support. They collect and supply lifesaving blood, offer CPR and first aid training, install free smoke alarms to prevent home fires, and support military members, veterans, and their families. The Red Cross also provides mental health support in times of crisis and relies on volunteers to serve communities locally, nationally, and around the world.

Their website offers many of the resources our neighbors may need in addition to food. Check it out.