POWER OUTAGE

BEFORE
* Learn location of fuse box or circuit breaker.
* Store candles, flashlights, lanterns, extra batteries and glow sticks.
* Have food and water supplies on hand.
* Know the exact location of all camping equipment (stoves, lanterns, sleeping bags, etc).
* Keep an adequate supply of fuel on hand. (Only a fireplace, properly installed wood stove or
new style kerosene heater should be used inside (with the room vented).
* Defrost your freezer and clean your refrigerator frequently.

DURING
* Unplug all appliances and computers. Turn off all but one light switch.
* Use refrigerator or freezer sparingly and quickly to avoid food thawing and spoiling. If dry ice
is available, put it in a cardboard box and then on top of food.
* Report any downed power lines.
* Do NOT allow children to carry lanterns, candles or fuel.

AFTER
* When the power is restored, plug in appliances one by one, waiting a few minutes in between
each. This may prevent an overload on the system.
* Examine frozen food. If it still contains ice crystals it may be refrozen.