How to Stay Safe During Power Outages Caused by Storm Damage in Lincoln Park

8/9/2021 (Permalink)

Power outages are common results of severe storm damage, no matter the type of storm. Typically, power outages impact the whole community and the economy by disrupting communications, transportation, and everyday business. Your main concern should be the safety of you and your family in the Lincoln Park area. 

Staying Safe During A Power Outage

• Keep Devices Charged- Limit the use of all cell phones, iPads, and laptops so they don’t lose power. This step will guard your ability to get important information about the conditions in your area and enable you to contact emergency personnel if necessary
• Vehicles Safety- Cars and trucks can be used to recharge cell phones if your devices die, and additionally, they can be used to stay warm in the winter should you lose power due to storm damage
• Limit Phone Calls- Working cell towers may be overloaded by others in the affected area calling to check in on each other or using the internet. Cell phone providers recommend text messaging rather than calling during a disaster since text messages use much less network capacity and battery power
• Keep Warm- If winter storm damage causes a power outage, make sure to use your fireplace or wood-burning stove is available. However, you should only do this if you know it has been properly cleaned recently, otherwise, you additionally run the risk of fire damage and smoke damage to your home. Stockpile thick blankets, pillows, and heavy clothing just in case the storm forces everyone to stay put for a while. 

See the FEMA prepared guide for more information about the effects of power outages.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview is Here to Help if your Lincoln Park commercial or residential property suffers storm damage. Our team are large-scale cleanup experts, and after a storm, you can trust us to restore your property right the first time. Contact SERVPRO of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview at 773-935-6750.

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