Some great advice to go with the crazy weather weve been having from one of our managers, Gil! Here are some tips to help during a power outage or following a wind storm: In the event of power outage • If safe to do so, turn off all tools, appliances and electronic equipment, and turn the thermostat(s) for the home heating system down to minimum to prevent damage from a power surge when power is restored. • Dont open the freezer or fridge unless it is absolutely necessary. A full freezer will keep food frozen for 24 to 36 hours if the door remains closed. Insurance coverage • Most home and business insurance policies will cover damage caused by wind, including broken windows and removal of debris. • Auto policies cover wind damage if comprehensive coverage has been purchased. • Homeowner’s and tenant’s policies usually provide coverage for additional living expenses if a home is uninhabitable resulting from an insured peril. After a wind storm • Secure openings to prevent further damage: board up broken windows, make any temporary repairs and place plastic sheeting to cover open gaps in walls and roofs. • If your basement has been damaged by water or is flooded, do not enter unless it is absolutely safe to do so. • Avoid direct contact with human waste, dirty water and electrical lines • Turn off electrical power to the affected area if safe to do so • Flooded appliances, electrical outlets, switch boxes or fuse-breaker panels should not be used until they have been checked by an electrician. • To prevent a power surge, turn the thermostats up, wait a few minutes, then plug in the fridge and freezer back in. Wait 10-15 minutes before plugging other appliances back in. • Check the food in your fridge and freezer for signs of spoilage. If in doubt, throw it out. Check the Food Safety website foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/refridg_food.html for details about specific foods
Posted on: Thu, 27 Nov 2014 01:57:27 +0000
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