Power Prepared guide
How to Get Electricity During a Power Outage
Compare practical outage-power paths and match them to essential loads, runtime and safety needs.
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Prioritize essentials
List critical loads such as communications, lighting, refrigeration and medically necessary equipment. Determine watts and desired runtime.
Match the source
Portable batteries suit quieter short-duration loads; fuel generators can provide longer output with fuel and safe outdoor operation; solar can recharge storage when conditions allow.
Never improvise grid connections
Backfeeding household wiring can endanger people and equipment. Use approved transfer/interlock methods and qualified electrical help where required.