Winter power outage Prep

Be Prepared for Blackouts and Power Outages

Blackouts and power outages seem to be occurring more and more often these days. Make sure you are prepared for the next time the power goes out in your area!

Since I have moved into my current home almost a year and a half ago, the power has gone out well over a handful of times. A lot of those times have been during the cold, winter months. I have learned a few things along the way and I want to share them with you.

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Staying Warm

Have extra blankets available
Use hand warmers
Shut doors to rooms not being used
Close blinds and curtains
Hang blankets in doorways
Use door snakes or towels for drafts
Make a fort or pitch a tent
Use indoor approved heaters
Have extra wood on hand for wood burning stove
Purchase a Generator

Food & Water

Stock up on plenty of water
Have easy to prepare food on hand
Invest in a camping stove
Cook on an outdoor grill

Keep the Cold stuff cold

Limit the number of times you open the fridge and freezer
Freeze water bottles to keep food cold
Use outdoor refrigeration if it is cold enough

If You're on Well Water

Melt snow if you need water to flush
Line toilet with bag if you need to use the toilet. Waste can easily be discarded
Purchase a camping toilet
Fill the bathtub with water to use for flushing

Lighting

Candles are great, but don’t provide much light and are a fire hazard
Use lanterns or flashlights
Have extra batteries on hand
Head lamps
Use gear ties to hold up overhead lighting

Miscellaneous

Have games or cards
Books or crossword puzzles
Always keep devices charged
Have alternative ways to charge devices. This Ryobi device has come in handy several times!
Fill up gas tank
Have a house key!
Don’t plan on using garage door!
Check on your neighbors (especially the elderly)
Be patient!

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