Tipton County Constable's Office
Tipton County, Tennessee
Be Prepared for a Power Outage
Extended power outages may impact the whole community and the economy. A power outage is when the electrical power goes out unexpectedly.
A power outage may:
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Disrupt communications, water, and transportation.
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Close retail businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, ATMs, banks, and other services.
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Cause food spoilage and water contamination.
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Prevent the use of medical devices.
Power Outage Tips
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Keep freezer and refrigerator doors closed
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Disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges
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Use alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or power-dependent medical devices
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Do not use a gas stove to heat your home
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If safe, go to an alternate location for heat or cooling
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Check on neighbors
When a power outage happens:
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Prepare Now
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Take an inventory now
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Talk to your medical provider about medical devices or refrigerated medicines
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Plan for batteries and other alternatives
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Sign up for local alerts and warning systems
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Install carbon monoxide detectors with battery backup
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Determine whether your home phone will work in the power outage
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Review the supplies that are available in case of no power
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Use a thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer
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Keep mobile phones and other electric equipment charged and gas tanks full
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Survive During
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Keep freezers and refrigerators closed
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Use food supplies that do not require refrigeration
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Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning (Generators, camp stoves, and grills should always be used outdoors, at least 20 feet from windows or doors)
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Check on your neighbors
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Go to a community location with power
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Turn off or disconnect appliances, equipment, or electronics
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Be Safe After
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When in doubt, throw it out! (Throw away any food that has been exposed to temperatures 40 degrees or higher for two hours or more)
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