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The original was posted on /r/lifehacks by /u/Pale_Shallot on 2024-10-17 22:59:40+00:00.


We live rurally so if it storms or snows we lose electricity. Some tips I use are as follows.

  1. Buy extra outdoor solar landscaping lights right now! Most stores are putting on seasonal clearance. I bring them indoors to provide lighting through the house. Requires no batteries and prevents candle danger of fires if you have children. Plus kids can carry them room to room easily.
  2. Pack washing machine with ice to keep things cold big you don’t have coolers. If it is cold outside obviously store refrigerated outdoors.
  3. I keep old zipper packets from sheet sets. I put a book, a game, some treats like pop tarts, rice crispy treats etc and a comfy item like a small blanket and flashlight. I then put every kids name on one. They are in the linen closet so kids can grab theirs easily and it allows me time to prepare home quickly. 4.Always unplug all large appliances to protect from surges when it comes on.
  4. Keep 5gallon of gas in case you need to drive further and do not have lots of gas in tank. Some stores close if they don’t have electric so be prepared to drive. These are known by most of you I’m sure but would love to hear yours as well.