Practical guide: Massive power outage – how to get organized?
⚡ Why prepare for a massive blackout?
A widespread power cut can profoundly disrupt your daily life, your safety and your communications. Good organization will help you get through this difficult period with as little inconvenience as possible.
1. Check the extent of the fault
– Quickly identify whether the outage is local (your home only) or general (neighborhood, city).
– Contact your electricity supplier or listen to official information via your Evakit FM radio.
2. use your Evakit bag
– Your Evakit contains essential resources: warm clothing, drinking water, food and a flashlight integrated into the hand-cranked FM radio.
– Keep your Evakit bag close at hand for quick use when you need it.
3. Emergency lighting
– Use your Evakit radio’s flashlight to light your way in the dark.
– Avoid using candles (risk of fire), preferring the safe lighting supplied with your Evakit.
4. Stay informed at all times
– Use your hand-cranked FM radio to listen to official instructions and keep abreast of developments.
– Limit the use of cell phones to conserve battery power.
5. Manage the temperature inside
– Close doors and windows to maintain a stable temperature.
– Dress in warm clothes if necessary.
6. Managing food and water resources
– Before using the food rations supplied with your Evakit, give priority to consuming the perishable foods in your home.
– Drink the water supplied in your Evakit regularly to stay hydrated without wasting your reserves.
7. Support each other
– Keep in touch with your neighbors to share information, resources and assistance.
– Organize regular checks on the health and safety of vulnerable people in the vicinity.
Common mistakes to avoid
– Consume your back-up resources too quickly.
– Ignore or minimize official information.
– Use candles without proper supervision or precautions.
IN SUMMARY:
In the event of a massive power failure, quickly check the extent of the problem, use your Evakit to provide light, food and warmth, stay informed with your FM radio and support your community.
Your safety depends on your preparedness and solidarity in the event of a prolonged power cut.
