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Title: Why You Should Always Put a Coin in the Freezer Before Leaving Home
Ever come back from a trip wondering if your freezer kept everything frozen while you were away? There’s a clever and surprisingly simple trick making the rounds online that can help give you peace of mind — and all you need is a coin and a cup of water.
This method is so smart, even emergency preparedness experts recommend it. Let’s dive into why placing a coin in your freezer before going on vacation (or even during a power outage) is actually a brilliant life hack.
🪙 The Coin-in-the-Freezer Trick: What Is It?
Here’s how it works:
- Fill a small cup or container with water and place it in your freezer.
- Once it’s fully frozen, place a coin on top of the ice.
- Leave the cup in the freezer while you’re away.
Sounds simple, right? But the magic lies in what the coin tells you when you return.
🧊 Why It Works
During a power outage — especially one that happens while you’re away — your freezer may thaw and then refreeze without you ever knowing. This can be dangerous because certain foods, especially meat or dairy, can become unsafe to eat after being thawed and re-frozen.
When you return, check the position of the coin:
- Still on top of the ice? Your freezer likely stayed frozen the whole time. All good!
- At the bottom of the cup? The ice melted completely and refroze — meaning the temperature dropped significantly for some time. It’s safest to toss any perishable food.
- Somewhere in the middle? Your freezer was off long enough for partial melting to occur. Use caution and trust your judgment with food safety.
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🌡️ When to Use This Trick
- Before leaving on vacation or a weekend trip
