Staying Safe During a Power Outage

7/11/2022 (Permalink)

Power line and tress down after a storm.

Power outages have been a reoccurring thing here in West Virginia. With all the storms we have been having, some people are almost expecting to lose power. Even with the power off, there are some safety precautions you may want to take. Here are some tips to keep you and your property safe.

1. Unplug all appliances to avoid power surges.

A power surge is a surge of power that is a higher voltage than normal. They can be caused by an electrical overload, faulty wiring, or a power outage.

2. Use flashlights instead of candles.

It is important to always use a flashlight when your power is off. Leaving a candle unattended could cause a fire leaving damage to your property.

3. Never use a gas stove to heat your house

Never use a gas stove to heart un your house. Turning on an oven and leaving the door open can increase the amount of carbon monoxide to unhealthy levels.

4. Keep grills and generators outside

Grills are great during power outages, but it is important to keep them outside. Generators need to stay outside as well as they both put out carbon monoxide.