Be careful to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning as you find alternate ways to heat your home.
By Korie Dean, The News & Observer
Power outages are possible during winter weather, especially when large amounts of snow or ice are involved.If you have a generator, never run it inside your home or garage. Carbon monoxide fumes can build up and become deadly. You should also never use a charcoal grill or camp stove inside, for either cooking or heating. Like generators, the fumes they produce can be toxic.
If you smell gas at any point during a power outage or otherwise, leave your home immediately and call your utility provider. During an outage, do not open refrigerators or freezers unless absolutely necessary. Cold air can escape, allowing food to thaw and spoil more quickly.Keep a battery powered radio and extra batteries on hand so that you can get emergency alerts even when your power is out.Food , and a manual can opener.
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