Along with heat waves come rolling blackouts. A blackout can happen at anytime and there is no indication of long one will last. If your Green Valley home is without power, it is important to be prepared.
For blackout details, call your local utility company. A geographic area is generally the basis of a planned blackout. If you know that a blackout is approaching, plan to go somewhere with power. When your house is without power, going to the movies, shopping mall, friend's house, or even on a vacation are all good choices.
During the hot summer months, plan ahead with extra food and plenty of water. Leave the refrigerator door shut and have extra ice in the freezer. Food and water for your pets mustn't be forgotten. Be sure you have extra batteries, medical equipment, and other personal items. Remember that cell phone networks become bogged in an emergency and your phone battery might die.
If nothing else, pay attention to individuals who are most susceptible to heat, in particular, children and the elderly. Based on weather projections, heat waves aren't going anywhere thanks to the earth's escalating temperatures. Start preparing for heat waves today.
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