Safety

General suggestions

• Leave one light on so you know when the power is restored.
• Never use a barbecue indoors. Carbon monoxide emissions can cause asphyxiation.
• Turn off water to the clothes washer and dishwasher.
• A small bicycle pump can supply air to the fish tank.
• Keep an emergency kit. Some recommended items to include are:
  • Flashlight and batteries
  • Candles, holders and matches
  • Battery-powered radio
  • Alarm clock (wind up)
  • Fondue pot and fuel

Frozen food

• Do not open the freezer door while the power is off.
• Food will stay frozen in a full freezer for 24 to 48 hours. Most food will stay frozen in a partly filled freezer for 12 to 24 hours.
• Most bakery products can be refrozen. Ice cream should be discarded.

Refrigerated food

• Keep the refrigerator door closed so cold air does not escape. Most refrigerated food will keep for 16 hours.
• Dairy products such as sour cream, milk, cream, cottage cheese and yogurt should be discarded after 6 to 8 hours.