Hello World! Welcome Friends! No one can forget the deadly winter storm that left millions of Americans without power or heat at the start of this year. The situation was worse to risk people with hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning, and frostbite, besides several other dangers.
This unprecedented situation raised a question in the minds of many people; How to keep yourself warm inside your abode without any electricity? Before you find yourself in any such situation ever again, this article will provide information that will enable you to stay warm and comfortable.
Be Prepared For The Next Time
While you might not have been exceptionally proactive this time, try using this emergency response as a blueprint to prepare yourself for the next challenge. Think about every appliance or item that requires electricity and formulate a strategy in advance. Remember to keep your home equipped with good insulation and caulking.
Try adding an alternative heat source and put together a list of supplies like hand and foot warmers, medicine, blankets, hot water bottles, and others.
Don’t Lose Heat in Your Home
It is imperative that by every means, you keep the warmth inside your home. To do that, you need to refrain yourself from opening windows or doors. They are the real culprits that squeeze out the heat from your home.
If you have caulk tubes handy, it will be pretty good. But even if that’s not available, make sure that you have packing tape and a few towels to seal all the cracks, thereby preventing heat from leaving your home.
You can also try using bubble wrap, plastic, or cardboard to cover all the entryways. And while you are doing so, make sure to close curtains and blinds to keep your home warm.
Choose Alternative Means of Heat
Why limit yourself with electrical choices when you can clearly use different fuels to heat your home that doesn’t require electricity? According to the Nelson Propane Gas experts, you can use propane for home heating or your boiler.
In fact, if you opt for a propane fireplace, it will offer a lot more heating while eliminating the ash or soot usually produced by a wood-burning fireplace. And guess what, you can even run your home appliances, making it one of the most versatile options available.
And while preparing your home, make sure to prepare yourself for this challenge as well.
Try to Stay Dry For as Long as Possible
Remember, hypothermia is a risk even if you are inside your home. So, experts suggest staying dry. Keep extra clothing by your side to change whenever you get wet. Try and use wiping instead of showering for the time being.
Wrapping Up
No matter where you live, you might have to confront a natural event that will leave you with power disruption. The last thing you’ll want is to feel helpless. Make sure not to be dependent on the power supply altogether. So, try and find alternative means that won’t hinder your day-to-day activities even in those challenging times.
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