Duchesne County Fire & Emergency Management is encouraging residents to consider ways to be prepared in the case of power outages. All kinds of disasters happen at night, when emergency lighting is vital for safety. Light at those times will help you to see at a critical moment so you can avoid hazards and harm. Power outages are very common, especially during emergencies and disasters. Be sure to add electrical power and natural gas company phone numbers in your emergency contacts. Put flashlights, batteries, and chemical glow sticks in emergency kits that can be easily accessed in the dark. Store batteries in original packaging – not in flashlights, radios, or other electronic devices. Learn how to safely shut-off all of the utilities at your home and teach all responsible people how and when to do the same. Store a gas shut-off wrench near your outside gas meter. Install safety lighting where needed around your home. Get power back-ups if someone uses life-saving electronic medical equipment. Being ready is an important part to being safe in emergency situations.
