Threats & Emergencies

Blackouts

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Use your emergency supply kit if needed during the blackout.
Use a flashlight only for emergency lighting. Never use candles.
Unplug electrical equipment until a steady power supply returns.
Do not run a generator inside your home. Doing so will produce carbon monoxide, which can be deadly.
Listen to your emergency alert, radio or TV station for further information.
Leave one light turned on so you know when power is restored.
Eliminate unnecessary travel, especially by car. Traffic signals will stop working during an outage, creating traffic congestion.
If power is restored, be certain it is steady before you plug equipment into it.