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cell phones, tablets, laptops
and other electronic devices powered up.
Also, ditch gas lanterns, candles and other items that can become a hazard. Con- sider battery-powered lan- terns, flashlights, fans and other devices that run on standard-sized batteries.
INSTALL AN AUTOMATIC STANDBY GENERATOR
For the best chances of keeping your power run- ning during a severe weather event, an automatic standby generator is a reliable option.
Automatic standby gener- ators like those from Kohler Power sit outside your home, similar to a central air con- ditioning unit, and connect to existing fuel lines within
the home (propane or natu- ral gas). When power is lost to the home, an automatic standby generator turns on within seconds. Homeowners do not need to be present to operate or refuel the genera- tor. Depending on the size, an automatic standby generator can power an entire home or several key circuits like lights, air conditioning, heating, Wi- Fi and a refrigerator.
“An automatic standby generator is like having your own personal power source connected to your home,” says Ed Del Grande, a home improvement expert, con- tractor and author. “You’ll nev- er have to worry about losing power again. Being prepared by installing an automatic standby generator will keep your family and home up and running during the storm.”
UNPLUG ELECTRONICS AND OTHER DEVICES FROM POWER SUPPLY
If you don’t have reliable backup power from a gen- erator, make sure you unplug your work computer, TVs and other sensitive electron- ics. Homes can experience a power surge after the elec- tric grid is up and running again. These power surges can damage your devices if left plugged into the wall, as the sharp increase in high voltage can be too intense for your devices to handle. Consider using surge pro- tectors to protect sensitive electronics.
OBTAIN A NOAA WEATHER RADIO
Severe storms can knock out cellular towers as well, which can make it hard to
get weather updates and messages from emergency officials on your mobile de- vice. During a storm, it’s im- portant to have access to this information so you can make the best decisions for you and your family, like wheth- er to evacuate the area or help a vulnerable loved one or neighbor in need. Emer- gency weather radios are available that have access to NOAA channels, which can help you get the latest weather and storm warning updates in real time without accessing the internet.
For more information on equipment that can help prepare you for severe storms, visit kohlergenera- tors.com.
This article is courtesy of Brandpoint.
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