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Kathryn Ross In Willing, residents get their first look at the boundaries in their town for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan for the Genesee River in Allegany County. Photo provided The Allegany County SPCA has always dealt with a large number of cats and kittens. At the old shelter they were housed in cages. At the new SPCA shelter, cats and kittens have their own condos and porches.
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SPCA Serving Allegany County marking its 110th year BY KATHRYN ROSS BELMONT — The SPCA Serving Allegany County is marking another milestone in its long history of helping animals. This year the local organization is 110 years old. The brand-new shiny shelter on the hill north of the village of Belmont got its start a few miles west in the town of Cuba. The national ASPCA was founded in 1866 in New York City to deal with cruelty cases involving horses. The Allegany County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was founded in 1911 in Cuba when local animal lovers became concerned about the treatment of livestock. According to the first
secretary’s book from that time, the group was primarily concerned with the humane treatment of cows and horses. One of the new organization’s first cases was an investigation of the conditions in which stock was shipped and cared for on the Pennsylvania Railroad. During that first year, 20 cases of cruelty were investigated, resulting in four fines. After several meetings, a group calling itself the Humane Society of Cuba, incorporated on Sept. 26, 1911, officially dubbed itself the Allegany County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. While the first meetings had been held in the Palmer Opera House, members continued meeting monthly in the firehall. The
group was still meeting in Cuba during World War II. Historical data is murky, but sometime after the end of World War II the group moved its meetings to Friendship and, by the late 1970s, it was headquartered in Belmont. By the early 1980s, the organization was meeting in Wellsville, where members built their first permanent shelter. “They did the same things then that we are doing now. They investigated cases of cruelty,” said Lynda Pruski, director of the local SPCA. “They conducted educational programs in the schools. They promoted responsible pet ownership and spaying and neutering dogs and cats, and they promoted bringing animals inside when it is cold.
“They needed volunteers,” she said. “They held fundraisers to support their programs and the care of animals because, as it is today, the SPCA is supported only by donations, grants and bequests and does not receive funding from taxes or local governments.” She also noted that while the organization’s efforts are more based on canines and felines, it is still involved with investigations of the neglect of horses and other livestock. Construction on the first shelter began in 1985 with the help of students from the Alfred State College Building and Trades Department. Located in Stannards, it was finished with the help of the Boy Scouts, Kiwanis Club
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Over last month, residents suggested river projects BY KATHRYN ROSS
of the road show. In town and village halls, grange halls, community buildings and pavilions, representatives Andy Martin and Matt Ingalls have explained the purpose of the LWRP, answered questions and, most importantly, asked for input from community members. While they have received some interesting suggestions, the two themes from Willing to Hume have repeatedly been erosion control and streambank restoration along the Genesee. Martin and Ingalls have explained that the LWRP is no more than a plan funded by the state and the 10 local communities are involved to provide easier access to grant funds when they become available. “If it is in an LWRP,” Martin explained at every meeting, “It is more likely to get funded.”
WELLSVILLE — Allegany County’s river towns all have the same concern about the Genesee River, but some are coming up with creative and innovative ideas for the Southern Genesee Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. For the past two weeks, representatives from the Ingalls Planning and Design Firm of Rochester have been conducting a “road show” for the 10 communities in Allegany County that are part of the LWRP. The firm is tasked with developing the LWRP plan — it has been working on it since 2019, but efforts were interrupted by the pandemic. The firm’s managers hope to have the plan submitted to the state for review by early summer 2022. Mike Kane and Laura Evans of Prospect Hill, who will execute the map and work on environmental issues, were also part Genesee River continued...... page 5
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Allegany County National Honor Society announces scholarship winners
Photo by Kathryn Ross JT Frawley, a junior at Genesee Valley Central School serves up some pie at the school district’s food stand at the Allegany County Fair.
The Allegany County National Honor Society is pleased to announce its scholarship winners for the 202021 school year. $500 scholarship award recipients include: Zoe Balinsky (Alfred-Almond), Claire Benham (CubaRushford), Kayci Bigelow (Genesee Valley), Sarah Clark (Bolivar-Richburg), Photo by Kathryn Ross Caleb Cutler (Whitesville), Aidan Heaney (Belfast), The Genesee Valley Central School Senior Food Stand on Alexa Hill (Wellsville), the grounds of Allegany Fair in Angelica. Kieran Kelley (Fillmore), Livia Simon (Andover), Noah Sleight (Canaseraga), Caitlin Steward (Friendship), and Camryn Wiech (Scio). $200 scholarship award recipients are Cory Bolzan (Scio), Leah Fuller (CubaRushford), Scott Garis III Liberty Frawley of Angelica, work- that the reason they come to (Whitesville), (Andover), ing at the fair food stand has the stand is to meet up with Gaylord “been kind of exciting,” he old friends and classmates. Avery Grusendorf said. “So, our organizer, Heidi The junior has a couple of Musingo, found a way to years of experience under his make it work under social regulations,” waiter apron and said that distancing if he wasn’t working at the Warner explained. stand he would probably be For students, along with doing nothing. the benefit of earning money Warner said there were and learning how to work in a lots of changes in the stand real-life situation, working at this year with customers having to social distance the food stand is a rite of pasand constant wiping down sage. Each year students are of tables and more. But the invited to write their name students still gained valuable on the building. Even years experience — learning people afterward alumni search the skills and how to deal with walls and ceiling looking for customers. The students their names and the names of learn about kindness and their classmates. respect, camaraderie, teamKaren Tripp, president of work and responsibility. the fair board, praised the “They know they have to come in because if they don’t student-run food booths. “I think they are great for it puts a stress on the rest of us,” she said. the kids,” she said. “They This year, the original learn a lot. I worked in the thought was that the stand Bolivar-Richburg stand would be for carryout only when my kids went to school with tables in the back. That there. We had a wonderchanged after the first day ful time and they learned so when customers complained much.”
End of an era for one student-run food stand at Allegany County Fair BY KATHRYN ROSS ANGELICA — It was the end of an era when the Genesee Valley Central School’s Senior Class Food Stand closed its doors at the end of the Allegany County Fair week. Fair food isn’t just deepfried Oreos and sausage and pepper sandwiches. At the Allegany County Fair countless generations of high school seniors have earned money toward their senior trip and high school graduation gear by working in their school’s food stands. At the fair there are permanent stands for the Friendship and BolivarRichburg school districts, but the granddaddy of them all was the Genesee Valley stand, which started as the Angelica Central School stand. It continued the tradition when the Belmont and Angelica schools merged several years ago. This year it was manned by students hailing from both villages, and while it
was once just the domain of high school seniors, in recent years students from lower grades have pumped up the staff. It takes 15 students to run one of the two shifts scheduled each day. Linda Warner, who has been a school receptionist for the last 37 years and is one of the advisers watching over the daily operation of the food stand, said, “This is the last year for the senior stand. Next year we will open it as the Genesee Valley School Stand.” It seems that it is getting harder and harder to get volunteers from the senior class. “It is too easy for parents to write checks for the cost of graduation materials and the senior trip rather than having the students earn it for themselves,” Warner said. In recent years organizers have taken volunteers from lower grades and in 2022 the stand staff will be comprised of high school students from freshmen to seniors. For students like JT
(Genesee Valley), Aaliyah Harmon (Friendship), Allyson Herbert (BolivarRichburg), Harley Miller (Fillmore), Molly O’Donnell (Canaseraga), Emma Sullivan (Belfast), Amber Weinar (Alfred-Almond), Jocelyn Wilson (Wellsville), and Jared Winkins (Houghton Academy). $100 scholarship award recipients include Anna Bliss (Fillmore), Paige Chase (Whitesville), Maya Cooley (Houghton Academy), Hannah Dunaway (Wellsville), Bethany Gardner (Friendship), Brennen Gilliland (BolivarRichburg), Desirae Minns (Cuba-Rushford), Sienna Montague (Canaseraga), Katherine Reilly (Andover), Zoe Tarun (Alfred-Almond), Cierra Wallace (Belfast), and Savannah Werner (Genesee Valley).
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Wellsville village thanks long-time court clerk for service BY KATHRYN ROSS WELLSVILLE — A change in the village’s justice system was the first matter of business at Monday night’s village board meeting. Mayor Randy Shayler recognized Samantha “Sammy” Gilkey’s more than 21 years of service to the justice system upon her retirement. After approving the minutes from the meeting earlier in the month, Shayler said, “Now let’s get on with something fun,” and, calling Gilkey to the front of the room, presented her with a plaque of appreciation for serving as court clerk under three justices. But Shayler and the board weren’t the only ones expressing their thanks for a job well done. Former village justices Judy Servey, Chris O’Connor and Brad Thompson were on hand for the ceremony.
Servey talked to the group revealing that she hired Gilkey and was the first justice under which she served. “Sammy had retired from the county nursing service in 1999 and I needed a court clerk, so I asked her if she wanted the job. She started in January 2000,” she explained commending her “old friend” for learning a new language (legal terms) and computer skills. “She did anything that was asked of her. She was so good that I even urged her to run for justice. I just wanted to be here to say a few words about her,” Servey recalled. In addition to working together in the village court, Servey and Gilkey were both in Lioness and sorority together. You are an asset to the community, and you should be proud of everything that you have accomplished,” she
concluded. Getting on with routine business the board approved the application of Corey McAbier for membership in the Grant Duke Hose Company, with the approval of the fire chief. The board tacitly approved
the application of the Dyke meanwhile, the board gave Aug. 28 event. Street Hose Company to hold permission to advertise the Trustee Ed Fahs asked for a corn hole tournament at its hall on Hanover Street. Since the plans have yet to be approved by the code enforcement officer, official approval will be granted at the next board meeting. In the
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SPCA 110th Year continued from 1 and other volunteers. Prior to its official opening in 1990, SPCA rescues were housed in foster care. Just five years after it opened the shelter was nearly shut down due to a lack of funding. Then-president Donna DiGirolamo appealed to county, town and village governments and organizations for funding. But a grassroots campaign raised $20,000 to keep the doors open. By the turn of the century, it became apparent that the shelter was not large enough nor adequate to handle the growing number of animals being housed in the shelter. Animals were still being
fostered by supporters and livestock surrendered or seized were in foster homes. By the end of the first decade serious consideration was being given to constructing a new building. When land in Belmont was donated to the facility, plans to build a new shelter began in earnest. Building plans incorporated new building techniques with special attention given to the use of “green” technologies to make the building energy efficient. The design is also state of the art, with special attention given to sound mitigation, energy efficiency, air exchange and sanitation, strategies to minimize environmental impacts such as the use of geothermal heating and cooling and solar arrays. As before, funds for the $2.7 million structure were raised through a grassroots campaign and from donations, bequests, grants and fundraisers. The doors opened in early 2019.
At the opening ceremony, Pruski said, “We are certainly grateful to those people who first started the SPCA in Cuba and for all those people who cared for animals over the years. Attitudes toward animals have changed, but there are still people who care for animals and how they are treated. Today we are thankful that we were able to make a difference and build a shelter for the future.” One of the many ways to support the SPCA is through the Allegany County Area Foundation, based at the Crossroads Center in Belmont, which maintains an SPCA Endowment Fund, supplementing the funds the SPCA raises directly. The SPCA also hosts a series of fundraisers, with the next one being the annual Robert Hutter Memorial Scramble 4 the Animals golf tournament, set for Aug. 15 at the Wellsville Country Club. Pruski said plans are also being made to celebrate the 110th anniversary.
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SPCA 110th Year continued from 1 LWRPs are looked upon favorably by the state and federal agencies when they are doling out funding because they are already approved by town and village governments and “ready” to go, he said. Plans to control erosion and restore streambanks are absolutely eligible to be part of the plan, Martin said, but he asked communities to dream big after showing them projects such as parks, theaters and visitor centers that were accomplished in other towns across the state after being included in a LWRP. The first road show took place in the Willing Town Hall on July 13 and was immediately followed by a meeting at Wellsville High School for the town and village. About 15 people listened to Martin and Ingalls at the Willing meeting. They were advised to make their comments on sticky notes and paste them on a white board with a corresponding numbered sticker on the map of the LWRP in their town. Along with erosion control Willing people want to see greater and better access to the river for kayaking and swimming. They also want fishing and wildlife habitat to be maintained. In Wellsville more than two dozen people took seats in the school auditorium. In addition to the
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aforementioned erosion control, Wellsville people are looking for better access to the river, perhaps removing one lane of the arterial for more riverfront, constructing an outdoor pool, establishing kayak launches, extending the WAG Trail, a ropes course at Island Park, additional access to Island Park, establishing a zip line in the park, developing a waterfront restaurant and installing a walkway around Brown’s Pond, because projects away from the immediate waterfront can be considered as long as they pertain to the river. On July 14 Scio and the town of Amity and village of Belmont were visited by the road show. In Scio 18 people questioned the LWRP team. They, too, wanted erosion control and better access to the river and to protect the wildlife. They also were concerned about developing water rescue teams as the river is being used by more and more people. They hope as well to be able to make improvements in downtown and develop a hiking trail between Scio and Amity. In Belmont and Amity a dozen people suggested asked for batter access to the river but also wanted to reclaim the island in the river that was once used as a site for carnivals and festival. It was also suggested that a sluice could be built allowing kayakers to go over the falls without having to tote their boats around the impediment. The road show traveled to Angelica and Belfast the following Tuesday. Between 16 and 20 people attended the meeting in the Grange Hall. Although
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the river is out of reach of Angelica’s historic Main Street residents still said they want better access for boating and recreation. Some encouraged developing a hiking trail from Rockville Lake to the river. In Belfast, where the riverfront is more of a concern, more than 20 people attended the road show. Their concerns were for more signage, better access, linking the Genesee River Canal Warehouse to the river and further establishing the Greenway State Park. One even suggested a water splash park. The final meetings were held in Fillmore, where the concerns of the towns of Caneadea and Hume were discussed. About 25 people attended the joint meeting. Concerns were raised about public access. Parks and restoration of islands in the river for more public access were suggested. Stabilizing the historic Camel Back Bridge in Caneadea and creating a park was suggested and something as simple as garbage pails in access areas was suggested. In Hume the suggestions ran toward additional signage, kayak ramps and benches overlooking the river made it onto the sticky notes along with the construction of a platform to watch and appreciate the river as it broadens out and makes its way to Letchworth’s falls. Suggestions for projects to be included in the Local Waterfront Revitalization plan will be taken for the next couple of weeks and may be directed to the Ingalls website, where suggestions for projects for specific towns may be addressed.
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Alfred State adding computed tomography and MRI certificate programs ALFRED, NY —The new MRI program is set to launch in the spring of 2022, while the CT program is slated to launch in fall 2022. Kathy Young, chair of the Alfred State Allied Health Department, said, “The MRI and CT certificate programs allow working clinicians to expand their professional capabilities online while continuing to work.” Jenna Zetwick, assistant professor in the Allied Health Department and coordinator of both programs, said, “The education requirements of the ARRT are changing rapidly for the imaging sciences modalities. A certificate in either computed tomography or MRI is the credential technologists need to specialize in the imaging field and also advance their career as a radiologic technologist.” The certificate program in computed tomography (CT) is an upper-level, online
program that will produce graduates who are proficient in the application of computed tomography imaging equipment and techniques to gather critical radiologic data to enable the diagnosis of a variety of conditions and diseases. This program targets the acquisition of specialized CT certification by place-bound college graduates currently employed in the medical field as licensed radiological technologists. The CT curriculum will include instruction in obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient histories and data; patient instruction and care; anatomic, physiologic and pathologic data recording; radiologic data processing; computed tomography equipment operation; and professional standards and ethics. Students in the program complete both didactic classes online and a clinical rotation at designated
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The relationship between eating and exercise Diet and exercise are each vital components of a healthy lifestyle. While these components tend to be looked at separately, diet and exercise are actually interconnected. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, adequate food and fluid should be consumed before, during and after exercise. Following that advice can help men and women maintain their blood glucose concentration during exercise, which allows them to maximize their performance and improves their recovery time. Some people understandably may feel that eating before exercising seems counterintuitive, as food may contribute to feelings of sluggishness that would make it hard to maximize a workout. But what people eat, and drink, prior to working out is important, as the right foods can make a positive impact while the wrong foods can have the opposite effect. The American Heart Association and the ACSM recommend hydrating with water prior to working out. The ACSM recommends drinking between two and three cups of water two to three hours before exercising. Adults accustomed to working out in the early morning can try to wake up earlier so they can give their bodies time to hydrate before they begin exercising. It’s also important to continue hydrating during a workout, as the ACSM recommends drinking between 1⁄2 and one cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes during a workout (amounts can be adjusted
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CACT summer internship program provides learning opportunity for Alfred University students ALFRED, NY – A group of 10 students, nine from Alfred University, are immersed in a summer internship program that provides hands-on experience in engineering and business. The internship program is sponsored by Alfred University’s Center for Advanced Ceramic Technology (CACT). Each year, a portion of the CACT budget, $100,000, is earmarked for workforce development initiatives, with a portion of that funding underwriting the cost of summer internships. The CACT this year is subsidizing several student internships (primarily mechanical engineering, and ceramic engineering and materials science majors) at private companies in New York State, while also fully funding the 10 on-campus internships. All internships are full-time and are lasting throughout the summer. Of the 10 on-campus internships, five are mechanical engineering students (undergraduates or recent graduates planning to go to graduate school) working in the Student Engineering Project (STEP) Lab; three are business students working on a regional marketing initiative; and two (one Alfred University mechanical engineering student and an architectural engineering student from Alfred State College) are working on a project that will help market the IncubatorWorks business and industrial incubator facility in Alfred. The students working at the STEP Lab are refurbishing equipment that will be
used in the lab. The equipment, which includes a metal lathe and drill press used for machining, was purchased used by the CACT from a company that went out of business. Benefits, in addition to adding equipment to the STEP Lab, include giving students hands-on knowledge of how equipment is constructed and operates. These interns are currently working on a project to research, design and construct a plastics shredding machine and plastics extruder, both of which will be used to student recycled plastics and study the effects of other waste particulates (including glass) on the plastics waste stream. Interns working on the marketing initiative are Alfred University business students—two marketing majors and one accounting major. They are working on a project to create “ceramic educational kits” that will be distributed at schools around New York State promoting ceramics and ceramic engineering. The students are also compiling a comprehensive list of companies in Allegany County to assess what they need to help grow their businesses. “This is part of a broader economic development initiative,” David Gottfried, deputy director of the CACT, commented. The Alfred University mechanical engineering and Alfred State architectural engineering students are developing “as built drawings” that illustrate the layout of the IncubatorWorks building, which will show, among
other details, the size of the spaces in the building and the availability of utilities in each space, for example. These drawings will be used to help market the facility to prospective tenants. The students are also developing the layout for a ceramic processing lab which will contain equipment companies can use. Recently, Gottfried, John Simmins, CACT executive director, and Jim Myghells, machinist/technician at the STEP Lab, accompanied the interns on a trip to the Pioneer Oil Museum in Bolivar, NY. They were given a presentation in Allegany County’s rich history in the oil industry, which included discussions and
demonstrations on the different types of machinery and equipment used to prospect and drill for oil. “It gave our students an understanding of the history of this area and the industrial activity that occurred in Allegany County,” Gottfried explained. “It also gave them exposure to the equipment that was used in the oil and gas industry, some of which is similar to that used by the mechanical engineering students in our STEP lab.” Gottfried said the CACT plans to take students on similar field trips in the region. “We want to bring the students along to see other manufacturing operations across Western New York,” he said.
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Consumers shopping for new cars are no doubt familiar with the stickers plastered on the side windows of vehicles at dealerships. These stickers are loaded with information and are designed to describe the vehicle and its various options. Learning to read the window sticker in depth can help guide vehicle purchases and give consumers a good understanding of the vehicles they’re considering The window sticker, known to auto industry professionals as the Monroney label, is required by law to be the same across all manufacturers in regard to the information it includes. However, the automotive resource Edmunds notes that the layout of the sticker can vary depending on the automaker. The following is some of the information shoppers will find on the window sticker, as well as a rundown of what that information means. • Model information: The 6-47.3 HP top of the sticker will contain the model information, which includes the model, year and style of the vehicle. Also included are the engine size and the type of transmisity to sion. Exterior and interior colors also will be included. ubota • MSRP: One of the promiPhoto credit: Belmont Rotary Club nent components of the winThe Belmon Rotary Club celebrated their President at their dow sticker will be the manchangeover dinner on Wednesday night. It was noted that ufacturer’s suggested retail price. This does not necesS President Bob kept the club healthy and active throughout a difficult year. He mastered ZOOM meetings and oversaw sarily represent the amount fundraisers. President-elect Stephen Fleischman presented Bob with a token of appreciation from our membership. The gavel was officially passed. The club welcome President Steve and look forward to a successful Rotary year under his leadership, as they strive to live by this year’s Rotary theme, “ serve to change lives”. TIME OFFER
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a buyer will spend on the car, nor is it what the dealer paid for the vehicle, which is the invoice price, says Cars.com. Many buyers try to negotiate a price lower than the MSRP. • Standard equipment: This section of the window sticker lists all of the features and items included in the vehicle. Categories will include exterior, interior, safety/security, comfort/convenience, and mechanical/performance. This section can be used to compare vehicles of the same trim level. • Warranty information: The warranty information is usually found next to the standard equipment information, offers YourMechanic. This will include the comprehensive warranty and those specific to certain elements of the vehicle. This warranty information is what is included in the base price, although customers can purchase more extensive warranties if they choose to do so. • VIN: The vehicle identification number will be located on the sticker as well. The VIN on the sticker should match the one on the dashboard to ensure it is the right vehicle. • Optional equipment: This is a list of the factory-installed options, which may be bundled into packages, states Edmunds. • Mileage and safety: The
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window sticker also will showcase the fuel economy and environmental impact of the vehicle. Safety information may include ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. If the car was released before being rated, the sticker will indicate it has not yet been rated. Vehicle consumers can
consult the window sticker and make a list of the key features they desire in their new car or truck, and then compare them against similar features in other makes and models. FC19A300 SOCIAL MEDIA TEXT: The following is some of the information shoppers will find on the window sticker, as well as a rundown of what that information means.
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HOME & GARDEN Building Changes continued from 6 net cost over time is comparable to owning a conventional home and the resale return is generally assured. Durability. Concrete is
strong. Due to high-impact resistance, these concrete walls assure maximum safety in high wind areas. Fire resistance is also reported to be maximized at four hours. Comfort. Unlike in conventional wooded frames, air gaps are eliminated in ICF, minimizing the potential for mold growth and draft. The end result is an airtight structure that enables the mechanical systems to heat, cool and ventilate the structure
more efficiently, creating a healthier living and working environment. Responsibility. The materials are recyclable and the system is designed to create less landfill waste during the construction process. Combined with other ecoconstruction methods, this concrete system will significantly reduce carbon emissions by lowering the amount of fossil fuels needed for heating and cooling.
Don’t miss a beat during a power outage
Short-term power outages can be a minor inconvenience. A long-term power outage can cause a major disruption to daily life. The U.S. Energy I n f o r m a t i o n Administration’s Annual Electric Power Industry Report says interruptions in electric service vary by frequency and duration across the many electric distribution systems that serve the country. In 2016, the most recent year for data, customers experienced an average of 1.3 interruptions and went without power for around four hours. When a storm strikes or an accident knocks out electric power lines or other infrastructure, it may take much longer for power to be restored. During Superstorm Sandy in 2012, more than eight million people lost power and outages lasted for days in some major cities. Outlying areas were without power for weeks, according to National Geographic. It’s important to know how to handle a power outage to keep everyone safe and comfortable until power can be restored. Invest in a generator If you live in an area that is affected by frequent power outages, a power generator may prove a worthwhile investment. Generators come in two basic types. A portable generator can be rolled into place and uses gasoline as
fuel. Plug in a set number of household items, depending on the amount of power the appliance can accommodate. A whole-house generator can be hard-wired to a home’s electrical system and automatically engage should a power outage occur. Prepare in advance In anticipation of a power outage, stock up on batterypowered devices like flashlights, lanterns and radios. Charge mobile phones and other devices so they’re at 100 percent power. Keep a cache of nonperishable food available and plan to use any perishable items that are in the refrigerator first. A refrigerator can keep food cold for about four hours after power has ceased, states Ready.gov, while a freezer can keep the temperature for about 48 hours if full. Packing these appliances with ice or frozen bottles of water can help.
Purchase books, board games and puzzles to have activities to pass the time until power resumes. During a power outage Report the power outage to the power company if it seems localized; otherwise, wait for updates to see who is affected. Try to remain cool or warm if the HVAC system is not functioning. Pool resources by having everyone in the family gather in one room of the house. Older adults and children are especially vulnerable to extreme temperatures. Maintain food supplies that do not require refrigeration, including two gallons of bottled water per individual. People who take refrigerated medications should only ingest drugs that have been at room temperature until a new supply is available, advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Power outages routinely occur and require planning and safety precautions until power is restored.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS How parents can diminish their stress Juggling responsibilities to work and family can sometimes make parents feel a little overwhelmed. That feeling of being stretched thin can contribute to stress, which many parents acknowledge is part of their daily lives. Stress isn’t always caused by life-changing events. In fact, a recent study of 2,000 parents in the United Kingdom found that the daily worries of bed time, getting homework finished, weekly food shopping, and meal times were parents’ biggest stress triggers. The research, conducted by BPme, a new app that allows customers to pay for their fuel without leaving their car, said the average parent felt stressed six times a day. Data from a 2015 Pew Research Study indicates 15 percent of American parents say their job as a parent is tiring all the time, while an additional 18 percent say parenting is tiring most of the time. Ten percent indicated being a parent is stressful all of the time, while 15 percent said it is most of the time. The younger the age of the children at home, the more stress many parents say they face. It is well documented that stress can have various negative physical and psychological symptoms, which
put stress sufferers’ overall health at risk. Parents can curtail stress by instituting some lifestyle changes and employing other management techniques. • Don’t take work stress home. It’s easy to bring home work-related problems, which can then combine with issues at home. Try to talk to a coworker or a spouse before leaving work to diffuse tricky situations so they can be left at work. • Increase quality family time. Take a break from the extracurricular activities, volunteer responsibilities and the other tasks that pull families in different directions. Slow down and schedule fun activities that foster parent-child relationships, such as game nights or family movie nights. • Seek professional help. Parents who are having difficulty coping can enlist the services of trained mental health professionals, advises Psychology Today. These therapists can offer helpful strategies for coping with life’s challenges. • Stick to a routine. Keeping kids on routine schedules enables parents to know which moments of the day they can get a break to rest and recharge.
• Ask for help. Do not be a martyr or attempt to be a superhero. Parents who need help should reach out for assistance, especially if it’s to tame stress. Doing so is in the best interest of the entire family.
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