power outage

This is the end of the fourth week of National Preparedness Month ... we hope you are ready for blackouts. In 2003, over 50 million people lost power in what was the biggest power outage in U.S. history. Power outages can happen anywhere, to anyone, so it’s important to know what do. Here are some tips to help you get started: 1) Build...

This 4th week of National Preparedness Month, our focus is on preparedness for Blackouts and Power outages... which  are more dangerous than one might think. Some recent posts addressed preparedness and safety when the electricity is out: Carbon Monoxide Safety During Power Outages Recover From the Most Likely Disaster: Power Outage Keeping Food Safe – During a power outage, keep the...

Power Outages are not just scary.. they can be dangerous, too. This, the fourth week of National Preparedness Month is about focusing on preparedness for blackouts, brownouts, and power outages. Recover From the Most Likely Disaster: Power Outage Keeping Food Safe – During a power outage, keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Boom Boom Boom Learn the importance of being prepared for...

Out go the lights! Are your ready for a blackout? This is Hurricane Week, the third week of National Preparedness Month... next week we will focus on Power Outages, which are the most common emergency situation, as nearly every other type of disaster also creates blackouts and brownouts. 6 Tips to Prepare for Blackouts! Winter Blackouts, Power issues, and Generators Recover...

Are you Hurricane Ready? We are 1/2 way through Hurricane Week, the third week of National Preparedness Month... You should have now learned about hurricanes, and related issue like power outages. Have your stocked your emergency and hurricane supplies? Have you made your plan?

This 3rd week of National Preparedness Month, our focus is on Hurricane Safety. While you may not have your building destroyed, or find yourself under flooding or a storm surge... there are other issues to contemplate as well. Family Blackout Kit - This compact survival kit is designed to keep up to 4 individuals safe during a Blackout. It is packed neatly into...

How do you prepare for blackouts? Tips to prepare for blackouts below! Follow energy conservation measures to reduce electricity usage, which can help power companies avoid imposing rolling blackouts. Fill plastic containers with water and place them in the refrigerator and freezer. Leave about an inch of space inside each one to account for expansion. Chilled or frozen water will...

What You Need to Know When the Power Goes Out Unexpectedly HIGHLIGHTS To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, use generators, pressure washers, grills, and similar items outdoors only. If the power is out longer than two hours, throw away food that has a temperature higher than 40°F. Check with local authorities to be sure your water is safe. In hot weather, stay cool and drink plenty of fluids to prevent heat-related illness. In cold weather, wear layers of clothing, which help to keep in body heat. Avoid power lines and use electric tools and appliances safely to prevent electrical shock. IN THIS POST: Food Safety Safe Drinking Water Extreme Heat and Cold First Aid for Electrical Shock Power Line Hazards & Cars Avoid Carbon Monoxide Dangers of Gasoline Siphoning Safety at Work During Power Recovery Be Prepared for an Emergency Impact of Power Outage on Vaccine Storage Continue reading →