Be prepared for power outages from storms in Ferry Pass

9/20/2019 (Permalink)

Don’t be caught off-guard during a power outage.

Managing Without Power in Ferry Pass

Storm damage can create many issues to deal with including power outages in Ferry Pass. SERVPRO® of North Pensacola has these tips to share with you if case you ever experience a power outage.

A power outage can:

• Make transportation difficult
• Shut down water pipes
• Lead to food spoilage
• Lead to contaminated water
• Close businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, banks, ATMS, & other services
• Disrupt communication
• Disable medical devices

SERVPRO of North Pensacola states that during a power outage in Ferry Pass, be sure to:

• User generators only outdoors and away from windows
• Have already set up plan to refrigerate medicines
• For people who use power wheelchairs, have a backup battery. You may also need a manual chair
• The local power company should already know that someone in your home relies on medical devices
• Do not use a gas stove or oven to heat your home or business
• Check on your neighbors
• Keep freezer and refrigerator doors closed. This will help reduce the chance of food spoilage
• Disconnect appliances and electronics. Power surges can destroy equipment
• If travel is safe, go to another location for proper heating or cooling

SERVPRO of North Pensacola is independently owned and operated.

Links:

https://www.ready.gov/individuals-access-functional-needs

https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/poweroutage/index.html