Sheila gives instructions in a Facebook post that immediately receives tens of thousands of comments and shares. She claims:.

“I just heard a great tip for all of you leaving the coast,” I said. The “one-cup tip” is how it is referred to. There is a cup of water in your freezer. When it is completely frozen, put a quarter on top, and store it in your freezer. This will let you know whether your food simply went bad while you were away and then refroze it, or whether it was still frozen when you got home after being evacuated.

If the quarter has defrosted completely and has reached the bottom of the cup, the food should be thrown away. If the quarter is at the top or in the middle of the cup, your food may still be okay. Additionally, it would be a great idea to always keep this in your freezer so you have a fallback option in case of a power outage.

If you’re not satisfied with your meal, just throw it away. Everyone’s safety is of utmost importance. Please SHARE this on your page.

In any case, if you’re not sure if the food is safe, throw it away. Your health will always be the most important aspect of your life.