chicken off eggs for 12 hours on day 5 ....will they still hatch?

[CarolynEarley]

One of my broody hens managed to get out of her brooder, but could not get back in. She had possibly been off the eggs for 11 - 12 hours. It is day 5 of her incubation. The temperature here is today is 25C in the shade. Will her eggs still be viable or should I replace them?

 

[WVduckchick]

That should be warm enough to not have affected them too greatly. Within the next couple of days, if you can grab an egg, you should be able to candle and see veining. You would likely see a blood ring if they quit. I'd give them at least a few more days.

 

[CarolynEarley]

Thanks for the advice