If your lights go out:

• Call your utility first to determine area repair schedules. Turn off or unplug lights and appliances to prevent a circuit overload when electric service is restored. Leave one light on to indicate that power has been restored.
• To help prevent freezing pipes, turn on faucets slightly. Running water will not freeze as quickly.
• Protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning. Do NOT operate generators indoors; the motor emits deadly carbon monoxide gas. Do NOT use charcoal to cook indoors; it too can cause a buildup of carbon monoxide gas. Do NOT use your gas oven to heat your home; prolonged use of the open oven in a closed house can also create carbon monoxide gas. Make sure all fuel space heaters are used with proper ventilation.
• Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to help reduce flood spoilage.