How to Survive a Massive Power Outage

What would you do if a massive power outage hit your house, and the power was out for more than 8 hours? In natural disasters some power outages have lasted over 1 week. Being prepared ensures your family's survival and comfort.

Make a Survival Kit

There are many things that need to be included. First of all gets lots of fresh water and store it some place safe. If you know a major disaster is coming go and fill up your bathtub, if you have more than one great fill them all up. This will provide water for washing and cooking with.

Pack a few flashlight and plenty of batteries you can also throw candles in there just don't forget the matches. Stock up on a least a week's worth of non-perishable foods. Included in this is canned-food, crackers will even work. When you shop for this try to find items that will not expire for at least one year, preferably two. You can always restock food at later dates just keep in mind or make a note of it.

Ways to Keep Warm

If it is in the dead of winter and the electricity/gas goes out, the furnace will go out too. Blankets and extra layers of clothes will help but you will still have that winter chill still lingering. In preparation for a massive power outage by a generator for your house this can be expensive but well worth it.

My Husband hunts all of the time whether there is a blizzard or a torrential down pour. He uses a gas powered space heater you can also use a battery heater. Make sure you have extra batteries and gas for the heater you choose and for the generator.

A fireplace is an extra bonus and having one will help you keep warm. If you have wood outside make to cover it using a tarp or plastic this will make sure it is dry when you need it. Burn papers, pages from books if needed, and my favorite-bills. If you are rich and have extra burn your money!

Stay Sane

Most massive outages do not last for more than 1 week just try and keep a clear head. Your kids will pick up on how you are behaving; you do not want them to freak out. Try playing games and spending as much time possible having fun. When it is all over you will be glad you kept a clear head and spent some quality time with your kids.

Some miscellaneous things to take note of are; If you have ice available after the fridge warms up throw all of your perishables in a cooler with ice. If your meat is still good and you have a BBQ throw them on and cook them. It is better to use the perishable items first. If you have pets make sure to store some extra food and water for them.

If money is an issue in becoming prepared, start slowly as buy as much items as you possibly can every month. Start with the most needed such as food, water, and maybe a space heater.