The climate is changing, and the weather is becoming more extreme, leading to power outages caused by falling trees, high winds, snow, and ice.
It is always good to be prepared for the event of every emergency so that you and your family are safe and not inconvenienced too much. So, in the event of a power cut, here are 4 ways to ensure you are properly prepared.
Replace the Power
If you have lost the supply of electricity to your property, replace the power with a solar power generator. Ask someone at a local specialist store about these devices or look online for the best solar generator for home backup.
A solar power generator will provide enough power to run a computer, television, lights, and some appliances in the event of an emergency, so this means you will have light and enough energy to power a cooker, microwave, and refrigerator so you can make meals. A generator can take around two days to be charged to full capacity. Always ensure yours is fully charged so it can be used when the worst does happen. If you don’t have a generator yet, you may wish to research your options when it comes to Residential generators so that you can choose the best one for you and then find a local professional who can come out and get this installed for you.
Store Some Light
Power cuts at night can be pretty scary for all members of the family, not to mention dangerous. Nobody wants to risk physical injury from having to walk around in the dark, so store some candles and a lighter or matches and a torch within easy reach. Always make sure the torch has batteries and keep an extra set beside it.
It is sensible to switch off all power points and lights during stormy weather in case of fire. However, it can be helpful to leave one light switched on so that you know when the power supply has been reinstated.
Insulate
Losing power on a cold day isn’t much fun at all. If you have heating and hot water that is reliant on electricity to power it, you will be in for a chilly time of it.
Dress yourself and your family in plenty of layers of clothing or use blankets to provide warmth. Huddle together or lie in your bed if it is very cold. If you have a wood-burning stove, make sure you always have plenty of logs in case of emergency situations.
Appliances such as your freezer and refrigerator will benefit from being covered in some blankets for extra insulation so that your stored food doesn’t defrost as quickly as it would without the covers.
Emergency Contacts
It is hugely beneficial to keep a list of the phone numbers and addresses of emergency contacts in a place where every member of your family can access it. Include contact details of the local police station, fire rescue, doctor, accident, and emergency department, and any other people you think could help in an emergency situation. Keep a cell phone next to this list of contacts and ensure it is fully charged at all times and has plenty of credit on it if it is on a Pay as You Go contract.
Always be prepared for every eventuality. It doesn’t take long, but it might just save your life.
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