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It will depend on the zip code you live in and what areas are declared a disaster versus a major disaster.  If your area is declared a disaster area or major disaster area, then yes, food loss from the power outages would likely be deductible. If your zip code is not declared a federal disaster area, then no, you would not be able to deduct food loss.

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