Winter tips for the loss of power
With cold weather upon us, please keep these tips in mind:
§ Use alternative heat sources safely.
§ Do not burn anything inside without adequate ventilation.
§ Never use gas ovens, gas ranges, barbecues, hibachi, and most portable or propane heaters for indoor heating. These units burn up oxygen, create deadly carbon monoxide, and are a likely cause of fire.
§ Have firefighting materials on hand: dry powder, fire extinguisher, heavy tarp or blanket, and water.
§ Use portable generators only as independent sources of power.
§ Do not connect generators to your home’s main service panels.
§ Make sure generators are used where there is good ventilation.
§ Keep doors to refrigerators and freezers shut to conserve heat.
§ Use foods that can spoil rapidly first.
§ “If in doubt, throw it out”.
Lastly and most important, we ask that you please check on your neighbors to make sure they are being taken care of .
