With heat waves come rolling blackouts. There isn't any way to tell how long a blackout will last and they can take place at anytime. If your Lexington home is without power, it is important to be prepared.
For blackout details, call your local utility company. A geographic area is usually the basis of a planned blackout. Plan to go someplace with power if you think that a blackout is coming. Going to the movies, a shopping mall, the home of a friend, or even on a vacation are all viable options when your home is without power.
During the scorching summer months, plan ahead with extra food and plenty of water. Leave the refrigerator door shut and have extra ice in the freezer. Do not overlook food and water for your pets. Make sure you have plenty of batteries, medical supplies, and other personal items. Remember that your cell phone battery could die and networks do get congested during emergencies.
Above all, watch children and the elderly, who are the most affected by heat. According to climate projections, the earth's escalating temperature indicates heat waves are here to stay. Today is a good day to begin preparing for heat waves.
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