How to handle power outages [message #79413] |
Wed, 12 February 2014 06:59 |
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Messages: 105 Registered: January 2014
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We've got some bad weather headed our way. It's already started in the overnight hours with rain that's freezing to ice as soon as it hits the ground, but it's expected to get worse over the next few days. On the news, they're saying we should "expect" widespread power outages that could last a while.
What's the best way to handle a power outage like this?
What's should I do to protect my electronics from power surges if/when the power goes out?
What's the best way to stay warm when you have no electricity?
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Re: How to handle power outages [message #79440 is a reply to message #79413] |
Thu, 13 February 2014 17:19 |
Kenwoody
Messages: 105 Registered: February 2013 Location: United States
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If this is something that happens a lot where you live, like every winter for example, I would stock up on camping stuff. Buy a Coleman stove, which is propane-powered, along with a propane-powered heater. Then, as long as you keep yourself stocked on propane, you can always cook and stay warm. As for light, buy battery powered lanterns, oil lamps, flashlights, and/or candles.
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Re: How to handle power outages [message #79453 is a reply to message #79413] |
Fri, 14 February 2014 14:56 |
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Messages: 105 Registered: January 2014
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Thanks for the advice, everyone. Luckily we managed to avoid any major issues; our power never even went out, although a lot of other people around town weren't so lucky.
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