Ready with power – Part 1

Click here to read the intro to this series.

Readiness with shelter means having a plan for backup power.

Why it matters: If you experience an extended power outage, what you can and cannot power will determine your strategy.

• Hot weather and cold weather prep have different requirements. We’ll focus now on hot weather.

 The big picture: Today let’s consider major priorities and simple tips.

• Tomorrow we’ll look at wholistic solutions.

 Staying cool

• Air conditioners are power hogs, so limit usage if you have limited power.
• A electric fan blowing on your skin can keep you reasonably cool with little power usage.

 Preserving food and medications

• Refrigerators and freezers can run on generators, solar and batteries with the right set up.
• An insulated cooler, like a Yeti, and some ice can keep essentials like medications cold for a long time.

 Powering essentials

• A UPS power supply can keep your WiFi running and provide charging for your devices.
• In case your Internet connection goes down, consider this Emergency Weather Radio that’s also a portable power bank with solar and hand crank charging … and a flashlight!

 For your Smart Homeowner list

• Take a few minutes to consider the top priorities for your family.

Best,

Travis