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(DIR) Post #ADMaUKRyIMoHISHH6G by urusan@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T16:12:32Z
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So, northern hemisphere winter is coming. Last year, I was directly in the path of the winter weather that slammed Texas, and we had even colder temperatures.However, our electric grid handled it and also our homes are more winter-proof already, so our region did fine.However, it was unclear if we would lose power, and a repeat of that situation could lead to power loss.We didn't have time to prepare last time, but does anyone have suggestions for preparations that are more extensive?
(DIR) Post #ADMirNC33sSa69KSci by theKingsRaven@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T17:46:16Z
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@urusan a propane or charcoal grill if you don't already have one, so you can still cook. Or a camping stove. Generators are expensive, probably don't need one for a short period of time imho. Very thick blankets for beds, since if you get an indoor propane heater as well you’ll probably want to turn it off at night as a precaution against fire.I’m sure you can lookup more tips online. Just don't wait to prepare until there’s a looming threat.
(DIR) Post #ADMlagoHArAjsSwi3c by trekkie1701c@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T18:16:53Z
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@urusan Blankets. Warm clothing. E-Tip gloves (so you can use smart devices like phones without freezing your hands). Battery banks for said phones. Offline content for phones. Books. Entertainment/recreation is overlooked a lot in emergency supplies.Have a plan to winterize the residence, too, to minimize heat loss. Weather striping, maybe cover windows. Note: This would make fumes build up from indoor gas-powered heaters. Be *very* cautious using those.
(DIR) Post #ADMoG18YhdlchbGdjE by rudolf@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T18:46:51Z
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@trekkie1701c @urusan This is the low budget way to prepare:Buy a spare starter battery for your car. Same model. Keep it charged. Maybe get a solar charging panel.Get the 12V stuff you need from car,camping and computer supplies. Get a gas cooker, and maybe a heater.This will do for little money. Gas for heat, 12V for light, radio, tv and communication. Do not heat or cool with 12V.Maybe get a CB and/or ham radio. Lets you come together with others around you that are prepared.
(DIR) Post #ADMoSaY0sBzq08AT3Y by rudolf@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T18:49:07Z
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@theKingsRaven @urusan Charcoal grills indoor can kill as the produce lots of carbon monixide without enough fresh air.
(DIR) Post #ADModHXZsgaiEm3yvQ by rudolf@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T18:51:03Z
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@theKingsRaven @urusan Charcoal grills indoor can kill as the produce lots of carbon monixide without enough fresh air.Propane heaters produce lots of moisture.If feasible, get a good old oven with a smoke pipe going outside.
(DIR) Post #ADMqoZXbUocB9saRVo by theKingsRaven@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T19:15:30Z
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@rudolf @urusan I did not intend to imply use of any grill indoors. When we’ve lost power in the winter before we used a propane grill outside and propane heaters inside.I’m not quite sure what you're saying with regards to moisture.
(DIR) Post #ADMrrZ5xi53kbAeGvo by rudolf@fosstodon.org
2021-11-13T19:27:15Z
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@theKingsRaven @urusan Burning propane gives water. If you use a propane heater indoors that has no thing like a stovepipre, you will have moisture inside. Drying is delayed, and mould grows.
(DIR) Post #ADNPIIEToGfibdz9EG by markusl@fosstodon.org
2021-11-14T01:41:51Z
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@rudolf @trekkie1701c @urusan Global warming does seem to be making weather more extreme.I'd suggest stocking up on canned food, water, medicines and a first aid kit. Get at least one rechargeable torch (flashlight); some of them can be recharged via a handle that you turn, and don't need mains power. Talk to your neighbours ahead of time and work out how you're going to get help if you need it, but also how you can support the old and the vulnerable — hypothermia kills.