Stay safe in a storm
When severe weather strikes, don’t make these dangerous mistakes. Our expert tips will keep you safe at home when you need it most!
Run a generator indoors during a power outage
A generator is the best thing to have in a blackout. But it can make you blackout (or die). Hurricane Katrina led to more than 50 cases of carbon monoxide poisoning. Like any internal combustion engine, a generator engine exhausts carbon monoxide gas, which can give you a headache, knock you out, or even kill you. This is easy to avoid, though: Don’t run a generator in your garage or porch, and keep it at least 3 metres from your house.
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Use candles
Avoid using candles. If a fire starts, there may be no phone service, the fire department may not be able to get to you, and fire hydrants may not be working. Torches produce more light and won’t burn your house down.
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