How To Prepare For A PSPS 2021

Food

• Make your own ice ahead of time. Freeze containers of water to keep food cold while power is off.
• Before the outage begins, set your refrigerator and freezer to their coldest settings until power is restored.
• Use coolers to keep food cold while power is off.
• Limit opening refrigerator and freezer doors. When power is off, food can be kept cold for up to four hours in refrigerators and up to 48 hours in freezers.
• Buy shelf stable foods.

Technology

• Have a backup key to replace electronic keys and locks (which need power to operate).
• Turn off/unplug electrical appliances or equipment, like T.V.s and computers, that may spark or surge when power returns.
• Buy a battery-powered or crank radio.
• Download or print documents you may need.
• Locate free wi-fi locations in nearby areas.
• Invest in portable mobile and laptop battery chargers.
• Charge cell phones and backup chargers in advance.
• Stock up on batteries for items you rely on.

Home

• Consider purchasing battery-powered LED lights or solar lanterns. Get Endurance Lights here.
• Consider any needs for pets.
• Keep cash on hand and fill up gas tanks. Local ATMs and gas stations may close during an outage.
• Leave a light on to alert you when power returns.
• Keep flashlights in reach.
• Practice opening garage doors manually.
• Make sure your Electric Vehicle’s battery is fully charged.

Safety

• Find space outside to use generators, camp stoves and charcoal grills.
• Write emergency numbers down somewhere accessible.
• Check on neighbors.
• Make sure backup power and generators are ready to safely operate.

Health

• Stock up on first aid supplies.
• Stock prescription and non-prescription medications.
• Plan for medications that require refrigeration.
• Charge medical devices fully.

Information provided by PG&E. Learn more: https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/outages/public-safety-power-shuttoff/prepare-for-psps.page