How to Prepare for a Power Loss

“If you haven’t already had power go out this Summer, than you probably need a little reminder of what to have in preparation for a big storm.  Much of this you can do anytime of the year, but it will really come in handy in the Winter when you have more warning.”
Denise Buck & Ed Johnson – DC Metro Realty Team
You probably know the ominous feeling: As a storm or hurricane sweeps through your community, you’re huddled safe at home or in a nearby shelter … and without warning, the lights all flicker and die. You’ve lost power, and experience says it could be a while before you get it back. What do you do now?

If you’re one of the lucky folks who has a generator, the going won’t be so bad, and you can live in relative comfort until the power’s back on. But generators can be expensive, beyond the reach of many of us. If a storm is coming and you could be facing days or even weeks without electricity, these steps can help you make it through.

Originally published on HOUZZ by Lisa Frederick, HOUZZ Contributor