Power Outage Readiness
Comparing light sources for use during a power outage
Battery lanterns, rechargeable lamps, headlamps and candles each suit different tasks during a power outage. Here is how to compare them and use each one safely.
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Power Outage Readiness
Planning for a power outage at home: what to do first, how to keep food safe, which lighting to use and how to run backup power with care.
Power Outage Readiness
Generator safety basics for homes with backup power
Keep a generator at least 20 feet from the home, guard against carbon monoxide, store fuel safely, match loads to its rating, shut it down safely and never connect it to a household outlet.
Power Outage Readiness
Keeping food safe in the fridge and freezer during an outage
How long refrigerated and frozen food stays safe during a power outage, how to limit door openings, and which foods to throw away once the power returns.
Power Outage Readiness
Planning the first hour of a power outage at home
What to do in the first hour of a power outage: confirm the scope, light the house safely, keep doors closed, and check on neighbors and anyone who needs help.
Power Outage Readiness
What to know before relying on a battery backup at home
Capacity, runtime estimates, realistic device loads, recharging options, regular testing and signs of damage all matter before you rely on a home battery backup.