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Storm Checklist

Storm Checklist

To report an outage, call Roughrider Electric Cooperative at 1.800.748.5533.

If your lights go off during a storm, be prepared for the power outage. Assemble supplies to have on hand rather than rushing around when the storm is coming and waiting in long lines for milk or bread. Rotate your supplies to keep them fresh and use the following checklist to prepare for power outages:

Have Plenty of Food

  • Keep a 3- to 5-day supply of drinking water in plastic bottles. Plan on at least 1 gallon of water per person, per day.

  • Store a manual can opener with enough nonperishable foods for 3 to 5 days. Canned meats, tuna fish and peanut butter are good foods to store. Don’t forget pet foods!

  • Refrain from opening refrigerator/freezer constantly to keep food cool for a longer period of time.

  • Conserve water by using paper plates and plastic utensils.

  • Have a camp stove or grill for outdoor cooking.

Stay In Touch

  • Have a portable,battery-powered radio and alarm clock.

  • Have one non-portable phone that will work even if power is interrupted.

  • Plan where to meet and how to communicate with family members if separated.

  • Keep essential family member contact information near your phone, in your wallet, and in your glove compartment.

Keep Things Going

  • Keep plenty of gas in your car.

  • Keep extra batteries, matches, propane, charcoal and firewood.

Stay Happy, Healthy and Warm

  • Coordinate with neighbors for care of the elderly and disabled living alone.

  • Maintain a supply of prescriptions, nonprescription drugs, vitamins and special dietary foods.

  • Playing cards, books, drawing and writing supplies, and board games help pass the time. If you have a video camera and tapes, your family can make a storm documentary.

  • Keep sanitary and personal hygiene supplies replenished. Pre-moistened cleansing towelettes are useful and help conserve water.

  • Use plastic trash bags and ties for garbage.

  • Put first-aid kits in your home and car.

  • Make sure you have cold weather clothing, foul weather gear, blankets and sleeping bags.

  • Consider purchasing alternative UL-approved heating devices. For example, a fireplace insert or wood stove will keep the heat in your home instead of up the chimney.

  • Use flashlights and other battery-operated lighting instead of candles.

  • Keep fire extinguishers fully charged.

  • Fill your bathtub with water for bathroom use before the storm (if you have a well).

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  • Your Cooperative
    • Board of Directors
    • Monthly Magazines
    • Newsletter
    • Annual Meeting
    • Careers
    • Contact Us
    • Cooperative Principles
    • Rate and Power Requirements
    • Legal Information
    • Partners
    • Notes From Board Chairman and Managers
  • Heating Assistance
  • Your Account
    • Payment Options
    • Membership Application
    • Request for Power
    • Transfer a Service
    • Outage Map
    • Yard Lights
    • Release of Information Forms
    • Understanding Your Bill
  • Your Community
    • Youth Tour
    • Scholarships
    • Operation Round Up
    • Loan Options
  • Resources for Electricians
  • Your Power in Membership
    • Capital Credits
    • Heat Pump Rebates
    • Electric Heat
    • Water Heaters
    • Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings
  • Your Safety
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Farm Safety
    • Generator Safety
    • Storm Checklist
    • Food Safety
    • Power Line Safety
    • Power Line Hazards and Cars
    • Safety Email
    • Tree Planting Guide
    • Safety Quiz
    • Home Safety
    • Safety for Kids
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