All retail food service establishments will likely be impacted by an emergency that results in an “imminent health hazard” at some point.

The North Carolina Food Code provides information related to operating safely during an emergency. NC Food Code Section 8-404.11 allows for the implementation of a written emergency operation plan to provide continuity of operations during a water or electrical interruption.

Water Emergencies in Restaurants

These resources help with water emergencies, the most common emergency for food establishments.

Emergency Operations for Restaurants

These resources share how to write general emergency operations plans.

Hurricane Toolkit for Food Establishments

A tropical hurricane approaches the United States. Captured by NASA.

Severe Weather Guidance - English | Severe Weather Guidance - Spanish

Loss of Power Guidance - English | Loss of Power Guidance - Spanish

Water Loss Guidance - English | Water Loss Guidance - Spanish

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