Follow these tips to stay safe, warm during a power outage

SAN ANOTNIO – As first responders work through widespread, prolonged power outages, they are providing tips on what you can do to stay safe if your power goes out.

• Roll up a towel or blanket and cover any small openings of doors going to the outside. This prevents cold air from getting inside of the home.
• Gather blankets, close your blinds and curtains and gather in a room with family.
• Use common sense when operating a space heater.
• Keep it away from furniture and make sure it has no defects.
• If you are using a generator, place it at least 20 feet away from the home.
• Never warm your home with an oven, even it if it is a gas oven.
• This prevents a fire hazard and the threat of carbon monoxide buildup inside.

Be prepared

• Have plenty of blankets, flashlights, and fresh batteries for smoke or carbon monoxide detectors.

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Stay Informed

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