Town of Antigonish: Extended Power Outages

Extended Power Outages

During an extended outage, be prepared to manage on your own for several days. Keep an emergency kit ready with water, food, flashlights, medication, alternative power sources and safe cooking options.

Avoid unnecessary travel, especially when there is significant damage. Crews may be clearing trees, restoring power and responding to emergencies, so keeping roads clear helps them work safely and efficiently.

• Turn off appliances and electronics, and lower heating thermostats to help prevent damage from power surges when electricity is restored.

• Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. An unopened refrigerator can keep food cold for about four hours, while a freezer can keep food frozen for 24 to 36 hours if the door stays closed.

• Never use charcoal or gas barbecues, camping heaters or generators indoors because they can produce carbon monoxide.

• Use flashlights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.

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