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Every day, people experience power outages. Some of these are minor and last for minutes or hours but others can last days or weeks. When preparing for a power outage there are several things you can do to ensure that your food is safe from spoilage and your home stays clean. In this blog post we will give 5 steps to prepare your kitchen for a power outage so that you are able to keep the space sanitary and have access to food while cooking on alternate sources of heat such as gas stovetops, campfires, grills, etc.
FOOD SUPPLY We hear the news every day about people going hungry. It is an issue that is hard to understand, especially when food is so readily available in our society. The best thing you can do for your family right now is make sure they have enough canned goods and other non-perishable food items on hand to last them a few days or more if necessary.
It is important to have a plan in place for what to do if food and other supplies are limited. Even during normal times, canned goods and other non-perishable food items can be expensive. Stock up on these types of foods now so you will not only have enough for your family but also some extras that could go to others who might need them! There are also survival foods available with shelf life up to 25 years that are very affordable. Make sure all refrigerated items like dairy products, meat, eggs and produce stay cold by placing them in an ice chest full of crushed ice.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS It's never been more important to have emergency contact numbers on hand for the people who care about your children. If you're a parent, then chances are that you have created an emergency contact list with your child's information. But what if something happens and you can't be reached? The worst thing in the world is to think of your children without knowing who would care for them or when they last ate. It is important to know who needs to be contacted in case of an emergency so take a few minutes right now and make sure that everyone on this list knows how to get in touch with one another. In order to stay safe, it's important that children know how to find and call 911, the local police department, as well as legal guardians if they're not with either one of their parents.
GENERATORS, FLASHLIGHTS AND EXTRA BATTERIES The power went out in my neighborhood this morning. I woke up to the sound of a tree branch hitting the window and when I looked outside, there was a power transformer on fire. We were without power for about an hour before it came back on.
What should you do if your power goes out and you do not have an emergency power generator? The first step is to stock up on supplies like batteries for your flashlight or radio. Candles. Lighters and matches are great to include in preparing for an outage, they will help you conserve battery life.
When a storm approaches and your power is about to go out, it's important that you have a plan for your family. Power outages can be stressful on everyone in the household, but with a few simple preparations, you can help make things easier.
CELL PHONE AND COMMUNICATION One way to eliminate the worry of a dead cell phone is a hand-crank radio with USB feature. The hand-crank radio is a life saver for those who are looking to stay safe in the event of a power outage, natural disaster, or roadside emergency. They are one of the best ways to keep up with what's happening around you and your community when nothing else can get through. For example: many models have flashlight, built-in solar and USB chargers that allow them to be powered from 3 different sources. USB, Solar and Hand-Crank powered.
You never know when you'll need it, but a first aid kit is an essential piece of emergency gear to have during a power outage. First-Aid kits are an essential part of home and travel safety. It's not a matter of if you'll need it, but when. Having some basic first aid supplies on hand can help you provide quick care for someone who has cut themselves until first responders arrive or your able to get medical attention.
The Red Cross recommends that all first aid kits for a family of four include the following:
• 2 absorbent compress dressings (5 x 9 inches)
• 25 adhesive bandages (assorted sizes)
• 1 adhesive cloth tape (10 yards x 1 inch)
• 5 antibiotic ointment packets (approximately 1 gram)
• 5 antiseptic wipe packets
• 2 packets of aspirin (81 mg each)
• 1 emergency blanket
• 1 breathing barrier (with one-way valve)
• 1 instant cold compress
• 2 pair of nonlatex gloves (size: large)
• 2 hydrocortisone ointment packets (approximately 1 gram each)
• 1 3 in. gauze roll (roller) bandage
• 1 roller bandage (4 inches wide)
• 5 3 in. x 3 in. sterile gauze pads
• 5 sterile gauze pads (4 x 4 inches)
• Oral thermometer (non-mercury/nonglass)
• 2 triangular bandages
• Tweezers
• First-Aid Guide
WATER SUPPLY One of the most important things you can do to prepare for a disaster is storing an emergency water supply. A gallon per day, per person, should be enough for basic needs such as drinking and cooking until help arrives.
Store at least three gallons of water per person in your household or workplace if possible. The recommended containers are sturdy plastic jugs with screw-on lids that come in sizes from one gallon to five gallons. Keep these containers away from sunlight, windows and heat sources such as stoves, ovens, fireplaces, radiators, televisions and other appliances which give off heat. Be sure to replace and rotate your water so it doesn't go bad.
WATER PURIFICATION If you find yourself stranded in a situation where there is no potable water, it's important to know what the best practices are for purifying water. The most common way to do this is with a set of tablets that have been formulated specifically for this purpose. It's important that you're able to identify these tablets as they usually come with an expiration date and instructions printed on them. A good practice when using these tables is to be sure not to take too many at once or drink more than one tablet at a time because it can cause diarrhea which will then dehydrate your body even more. If you don't feel well after drinking purified water, stop drinking immediately and contact emergency services so they can help assess your health further.
If you are expecting a power outage, it is important to know that there are steps you can take in your kitchen and home before the lights go out. These five tips will help keep food fresh and reduce the chance of mold growth while also keeping your house clean during an extended outage. Our goal with this blog was to provide some helpful advice for how to prepare for a power outage so that all who read it have peace of mind should they be faced with this unfortunate event. We hope these 5 steps were useful! Stay tuned next week when we cover what else needs preparing in anticipation of a blackout.
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