Dry airlock

[Mic Carp]

Well, in my fervor to brew a lot, having taken off a week of work to brew and catch up on chores, I totally spaced out and realized i left an airlock dry for about 24 hours. I put water in it asap and expected some immediate activity. This was not the case. I let it sit another day before check and still nothing. It’s been almost a week now. I popped the top and see evidence of decent fermentation, but i am afraid of what wild critters may have infected my brew.
Any idea of what awaits me next week when i taste and take a reading?

Thanks in advance

 

[GammaRay4130]

As long as you pitched a decent amount of yeast I wouldn't worry about it. I know some people who just cover their carboy opening with aluminium foil for the first couple days to keep anything from falling in without any issues.

 

[balrog]

Not surprised there was no activity, as the fermentation was likely done in 3-5 days.
What GammaRay says is spot on -- you likely have nothing to worry about. This is not a hollywood action scenario in which evil hordes of infectious nefarians wait stealthily to wreak havoc and foment disaster if you for the least moment become distracted. Although I'd watch that.

 

[Mic Carp]

Thanks to the both of you for the peace of mind. That’s what i was hoping to hear (read). It would have been a shame to toss my first batch in 10 years