A power outage can last for hours, days, or even longer. When you live in Canby, you want to be as prepared as possible. There are some things that you can do ahead of time and other things that you can do once the power does go out.
Plan for a Power Loss
There are a lot of things at you can do to plan for a power loss. This includes:
- Stocking up on batteries
- Purchasing food that doesn’t need to be refrigerated or cooked
- Fill bottles of water
- Purchase a battery-operated emergency radio
Offer Sustenance
Offer sustenance to your family that can be cooked on an alternative cooking surface or that doesn’t require any refrigeration or cooking at all, such as peanut butter, jerky, granola bars, and other items.
Boil Water
You should be able to boil water in at least two different ways without electric power. This can include an outdoor rocket stove, a grill, or a solar oven. By being able to boil water, you have the ability to purify water as well as sanitize utensils, do laundry, and more.
Go into Survival Mode
Since you have no idea how long it is going to be until the power is restored, you want to make sure that you go into survival mode. This includes making sure everybody is able to stay warm in the winter or cool in the summer. You also want to make sure to have flashlights and lanterns available so that everyone can see where they are going.
Keep Everyone Entertained
People can grow restless when there is no power because we have grown dependent upon tablets, TVs, and various other electronics. You should always have puzzles, board games, and other items available so that everyone can stay entertained until the power goes back on.
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