During an Outage

• First, check for blown fuses or tripped circuits that may be the cause of the loss of power. Also, see if your neighbor has power. This will help determine whether the source of the outage is inside or outside your home.
• Switch off the lights (except one). You can help prevent damage by unplugging computers, stereos, televisions, air conditioners, and other large appliances.
• Get updates regarding emergency conditions from a battery-powered radio.
• If it’s a hot day, find relief from the heat at a nearby cooling center.
• Keep a fully charged cell phone or portable charger on hand. During power outages you may lose phone service, and your cordless phone may also lose power.
• Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed. It helps keep food cool. Before eating food items check for spoilage.
• Never light fires or charcoal indoors – they can produce dangerous fumes.
• If you see a downed power line do not touch it. Call 911 immediately.

Download and print this outage information sheet to keep track of important personal information during on outage, including emergency contacts, locations for supplies, and important medical information.

Click here to download the Outage Information Kit PDF

Once you fill it out, post it on your refrigerator and share a copy with someone outside of your household in case of emergency.