Safety with vacuum packed food [duplicate]

I left a vacuum packed chicken casserole from Whole Food out four hours. Is it safe? The car ride from store is included in the time. Our house is not freezing nor too hot.

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Can bacteria grow in vacuum sealed food?

Some harmful bacteria that only grow in air-free setting can grow much better and faster in vacuum sealed products than if they were not vacuum sealed. Unlike bacteria that spoil food, disease-causing bacteria may not change the color or look of the food.

What are the negative effects of vacuum packed food?

Some foods contain anaerobic bacteria, which can grow without the presence of air. Within a vacuum sealed pouch, with reduced oxygen, these bacteria will grow and may pose a risk to your health.

Can you get botulism from vacuum sealing?

Botulism is most likely to result from low-acid, moist foods canned or vacuum packaged in an air-free environment.

What are the disadvantages of vacuum packaging?

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