To-Do Tip for Winter Storms

11/14/2019 (Permalink)

To-Do Checklist (With Electrical Power)

1) If you still have electricity in your home, try to keep your thermostat as high as possible for as long as you can. If you no longer have power in your house try to find a gas-powered heater

2) Unless there is an emergency STAY INSIDE. 

3) If you turn all your faucets to a slow drip, it can help prevent your pipes from freezing.

4) Wear dry or waterproof clothes, maybe even a few layers to preserve body heat.

5) Stay hydrated with plenty of fluids.  It is recommended that we drink two quarts (64 ounces or about eight glasses) of water each day. Experts also suggest that, in emergencies, you should drink two quarts (half a gallon) of water a day – more if you're in a hot climate, sick, pregnant, or a child

To-Do Checklist (If the Power Goes Out) 

1) Use a generator to power "essential devices," like the refrigerator and heaters.

2) Unplug computers and other non-essential electrical equipment to avoid a power surge.

3) To keep food from spoiling, try not to open the freezer or fridge.

4) Move frozen food and things that could go bad quickly to a garage to stay frozen if the power is out for a long time.

5) Use flashlights to avoid the risk of a fire.

6) Try not to use cooking devices that may emit carbon monoxide or other fumes.

7) Try to dress in layers, and use blankets and towels to help keep warm.

8) If you have a weather radio, periodically listen to weather reports for your area.