The flooding of the Nile has been an important natural cycle in Egypt since ancient times. It is celebrated by Egyptians as an annual holiday for two weeks starting August 15, known as Wafaa El-Nil. It is also celebrated in the Coptic Church by ceremonially throwing a martyr's relic into the river, hence the name, The Martyr's Finger. Ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile flooded every year because of Isis's tears of sorrow for her dead husband, Osiris.
Quick Answer. It takes up to 24 hours for a new refrigerator to reach the correct temperature. Avoid placing food or drinks into the refrigerator until it reaches 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. The freezer must be at 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue Reading.
When in doubt, throw it out! â  If your power was out just a few hours and you didnât open the refrigerator or freezer, chances are the food is OK. A refrigerator should keep food cold for four hours and a half-full freezer 24 hours (48 hours if the freezer is full) if you donât open the doors. â  Try not to open the refrigerator and freezer doors (doing so lets the cold air escape). â  Surround food with ice to keep it cold or place in a cooler to keep it cold.