What to Do When the Power Grid Goes Down

Do you know what to do when the power grid goes down? A Step-by-Step Guide

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“‘The sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.’" - Mark 13:24

We are in the last days: war, sickness, famine, and chaos of every kind are all around us, just as the Holy Word of God has told us (Matthew 24:6-8). Brothers and sisters, things will get worse. Much worse. We need to be prepared. The power grid will go down. This is certain. God has revealed these things to me. Do you know what to do when that happens? Let's talk about it.

What to Do When the Power Grid Goes Down

The first thing you will want to do when the power grid goes down is to turn off any unnecessary appliances, collect your emergency kit, including flashlights, batteries, candles, non-perishable food, and water. You should have an emergency kit already packed and ready for such an event. You also want to keep your refrigerator and freezer closed to preserve food.

Beforehand, you should always make sure to keep your devices fully charged at all times so you can use them once the power goes out.

Preserve the power of your cell phone and other essential electronic devices by shutting them off when not in use. Try and stay informed about the situation using a battery-powered radio for updates.

I have written a full article on everything you need to do and how you can prepare for both short and long-term emergencies starting today. You can read my post HERE.

If you can, print out my articles so you will always have them once the power goes down.

Key Steps to Take

• Secure lighting: Grab flashlights and candles with extra batteries and matches.

• Check on vulnerable individuals: Make sure those with medical needs have access to backup power for essential equipment. Check on the elderly and make sure their needs are properly met.

• Preserve food: Keep your refrigerator and freezer doors closed to maintain cold temperatures as long as possible. A good idea is to fill locking freezer bags with water and keep them in the freezer. This will not only provide you with extra drinking water if needed, but will also help to keep the freezer cold longer.

• Stay informed: Listen to a battery-powered radio for updates on the outage situation.

• Charge devices: Make it a habit every day to keep your essential electronic devices fully charged while you still have power.

• Unplug electronics: To prevent damage from power surges if the electricity should return, unplug sensitive appliances like TVs and computers.

• Conserve water: You will need to plan to have at least a 1 to 2 weeks’ supply of water, about 14 gallons per person. Read my article on Water During an Emergency to learn more.

• Stay warm/cool: Dress in layers and use blankets and a sleeping bag to stay comfortable, depending on the weather.

• Communicate with trusted neighbors: Check on your community and share information if needed.

Cooking Preparations

Try to gather items that would be good as fuel for a fire if you need one. You can use a grill or a camping stove to cook meals or for water filtration. A good alternative is the Kelly Kettle base camp. It uses natural fuel, such as twigs, trash, dry grass, and quickly boils 54 fl oz. of water (that's about nine 6 oz. mugs of water at a time). It works well in all weather conditions, even rainy, windy conditions.

Water Purification

If you want to invest in a good water purification system, please consider the AquaBrick Portable Water Purification System. It will purify ANY source of non-salt water, making it safe, clean, and portable drinking water. No power, batteries, or heat is needed. Please learn more HERE.

Emergency Evacuation!

If you must evacuate your home, plan on having enough emergency items for at least 72 hours per person. These items should include:

• Clothing: short and long-sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.

• Raincoat or poncho

• Undergarments

• Blankets

• Cloth sheets

• Plastic sheets

• Sleeping bags

Personal supplies and medication

• First aid kit and supplies: You can either purchase one or make your own.

• Toiletries: Toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, brush, toothbrush, etc.

• Cleaning supplies: hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, etc.

• Medications: acetaminophen, ibuprofen, children’s medication, etc.

• Prescription medications: pack at least three days’ worth, if not more!

• Infant’s needs, if applicable.

Personal documents and money (Keep these items in a waterproof container or pouch, especially during an evacuation!)

• Legal documents: birth and marriage certificates, wills, passports, contracts, etc.

• Medical records.

• Insurance policies.

• Cash.

• Credit card/Checks.

• Prepaid phone card.

Food that does not require cooking or refrigeration.

• Three-day water supply, one gallon per person.

• Trail mix and dried fruit

• Granola and protein bars

• Crackers and cereals

• Canned beans, tuna, turkey, beef, etc. (Pop tops are more convenient.)

• Canned juice

• Dried meat, jerky

Stay safe, stay blessed, and keep with God in Christ Jesus!

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. - Isaiah 41:10

Sources

1. Schauf, C. (2023, March 23). What to do if the power grid goes down. Uncharted Supply Company. https://unchartedsupplyco.com/blogs/the-four-pillars/what-to-do-if-the-power-grid-goes-down

   
   

2. 12 tips to prepare for a power cut: National Grid Group. 12 tips to prepare for a power cut | National Grid Group. (n.d.). https://www.nationalgrid.com/power-cuts/tips-prepare-for-power-cut

   
   

3. Power Outage Preparedness Communications. (n.d.). https://www.prepareslo.org/en/resources/Communications.pdf

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