Power Loss Tips Storms, fires and other emergencies may damage
or disrupt electrical lines and systems, leaving you without
power for up to several days. Electrical outages can impact
persons with hearing impairments and others with special needs.
This can be life threatening to someone who relies on power to
sustain life-support equipment. Empower your family by preparing
your home for a potential loss of power by taking simple steps.
Items to include in your emergency supply kit are: - Hand-crank
flashlights not only provide immediate light but also will offer
psychological comfort. - Lightsticks provide an excellent source
of emergency light and do not require electricity or batteries
to operate. - Emergency power supplies such as extra batteries
for hearing aids, TDDs, wheelchairs or a generator for life-
safety equipment are essential. - Hand-crank radios help you
access emergency instructions and reliable information. Many
hand-crank radios also contain a high-intensity light and cell
phone charger. - Ba