02/28/2022 / By Zoey Sky
Preppers know that it’s important to stock up on food and water before a power outage. Since power outages can happen without warning, you need to know what to do before, during and after the power goes out in your neighborhood. (h/t to PreparednessAdvice.com)
Power outages are often unexpected, so you need to prepare before they happen. As a prepper, this means having basic emergency supplies at home and in your car at all times.
Here are some things you may need during a power outage:
Here’s a list of dishes you can prepare even if you don’t have electricity:
If you receive a warning about an upcoming power outage, like a weather-related outage, cook some food beforehand like bacon, eggs and rice. Cooked eggs will last longer if they’re not peeled.
If you are caring for a baby or very young children, stock up on baby formula, baby food and snacks so they also have enough to eat. You will also need books and toys to keep children entertained when the power goes out.
Some family members may require specific medical devices and supplies during power outages along with other items often included in an emergency aid kit, like oxygen tanks or a medical device that requires power.
If someone in your family needs any type of life-sustaining equipment, make sure to discuss your needs with your doctor and family members. You also need to have a plan in place for how you will get medication or emergency medical treatment during a power outage. (Related: Prepper must-haves: What to stock up on before a summer or winter power outage.)
If someone in your family needs electricity to operate a wheelchair lift or other mobility device, have a backup plan for how they will get around when there isn’t any power. You should also have a plan for charging the battery of their equipment when the power returns.
If you have pets, stock up on pet food, treats and pet toys.
After the power goes out, you need to take some basic safety precautions.
Here are some things you need to do after the lights go out in your neighborhood:
If you’re experiencing a long-term power outage, especially one that goes on for several days or weeks, you may need to find alternate ways to get food, water and other supplies. The best thing to do is stock up supplies before SHTF so you have enough food to eat and water to drink.
Once the power comes back on, here are some things you need to do:
LIGHTS OUT: 20 Things you need to do during a power outage.
Prepping 101: What to expect when the power goes out.
Prepper must-haves: What to stock up on before a summer or winter power outage.
Prepping tips: How to survive a long-term power outage.
Surviving a massive power outage.
Watch the video below to learn how to prepare a power outage kit.
This video is from Prepping101 channel on Brighteon.com.
Visit Preparedness.news for more tips on how to prep before a blackout.
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