Santa Clara University

Power Outages: The lights are out, but you’re still home!

So the power has gone out. Now you don’t have the TV, computer, stereo, and other essentials. What do you do?

• Do not open the refrigerator more than necessary. You have to keep that area cold as long as possible
• Turn off all appliances that were running when the power went off.
• Do not use candles…they present a serious fire risk
• If there are live wires on the ground near your house, STAY AWAY!
• Stay Calm…The power will be back up soon.
• If the power is going to be out for a while, put any perishables in your freezer.