Power Outage Survival Guide
Essential protocol for staying warm and safe when the grid goes down during the 2026 Bomb Cyclone.
⚠️ CRITICAL SAFETY: Carbon Monoxide
Never run a generator indoors, in a garage, or near open windows. Carbon monoxide is odorless and deadly. Ensure you have working, battery-operated CM detectors.
Get Battery-Powered Detectors1. Heating Strategy
- Choose a 'Warm Room': Pick one room to live in. Seal it off from the rest of the house with blankets over doorways.
- Layer Up: Wear multiple thin layers rather than one thick one. Don't forget a hat—most heat is lost through the head.
- Avoid Charcoal: Never use a charcoal grill or gas oven for indoor heating.
2. Food & Water
- Keep Doors Closed: An unopened fridge keeps food cold for 4 hours. A full freezer keeps it for 48 hours.
- Fill Containers: If you rely on a well pump, fill your bathtub and spare containers with water while the power is still on.
- Stock Up: Focus on ready-to-eat foods like nuts, dried fruit, and canned goods.