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Staying Safe
Until Power is Restored How long it takes to get your power restored depends on: the extent of the storm’s destruction the number of outages #? when it becomes safe for utility personnel to get to the damaged areas
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There are many steps in the assessment and restoration process—repairing transmission lines, substations, and distribution lines; checking power stations and transformers; clearing downed power lines; ensuring public health and safety facilities are operational; and getting power restored to consumers within the various damaged areas.
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Storm Safety Kit Drinking water & food Blankets, pillows, & clothing Basic first-aid supplies Prescriptions Basic toiletries Flashlights Battery-operated radio Battery-operated clock Extra supply of batteries Phone Cash and credit cards Emergency numbers Important documents (in a waterproof container) Toys, books, & games Baby supplies Pet supplies
Stay safe until we can restore power to you. We and our partner Safe Electricity recommend the following safety precautions: Stay far away and keep others away from downed power lines. Just because they are damaged does not mean they are dead! Never enter a flooded room if electrical outlets are submerged. The water could be energized. Do not turn power off if you must stand in water to do so. Before entering storm-damaged buildings, make sure electricity and gas are turned off. If you clean-up outdoors after a storm, do not use electric equipment when it is wet out. If you are driving and come upon a downed power line, stay away and keep others away. Contact emergency personnel or your utility company to address the downed power line. If your vehicle comes in contact with a downed power line, do not leave the car! Wait for utility professionals to make sure the power line is de-energized before exiting the car.
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