Tag: emergency preparedness

Safe Indoor Heating Tips During Winter Power Outages That Prevent Carbon Monoxide and House Fires

Essential Concepts: Heat people first, then one small room; use only vented, correctly installed heat indoors; keep generators outside and at least 20 feet from openings; unplug space heaters when sleeping or away; food in a closed refrigerator is usually safe for about 4 hours, and a full freezer for about 48 hours.

A winter outage is not just a comfort problem. It raises the risk of carbon monoxide, fire, burns, and food spoilage, so the safest response is to conserve heat, use only properly vented equipment, and make early decisions about whether to stay or relocate.

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Storm Preparedness – Don’t Get Caught Out

Storm preparedness starts with a family checklist, a stocked emergency kit, and a clear plan for where supplies will be kept. Include food, water, first aid items, medications, tools, and batteries so your household can manage at least two days without help.

Essential Concepts: family checklist, emergency kit, food, water, first aid, medications, tools, two-day supply, easy access

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