Thursday, 20 May 2021

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A POWER OUTAGE IN YOUR HOUSE?


Whether from a storm, equipment failure, fallen trees or something else, a power outage can happen at any time. While power outages are highly likely to occur, many people are left unprepared when they happen. In a blackout, most people find themselves rummaging through their junk drawer, hoping to find a flashlight and praying the batteries still have a charge.

The good news is there are a number of light sources and ideas you can use to light your house during a power outage. There are five main lighting options that will work during a power blackout:

  1. Candles
  2. Kerosene Lamps
  3. Solar Powered LED lamps
  4. Hand lanterns
  5. Flashlights

Flashlights

When lights go out, the first thing we think of getting is a flashlight. All flashlights are battery-powered. However, the bulb they use will vary from one make and model to another. They are handy for walking around the house during a power blackout. However, they are not great for lighting your house for long hours. Candles

                    Candles

They are often among the first choices for emergency lighting. It’s a light source that has been around for thousands of years; candles are a lighting source that keeps things simple. They are easily attainable, have no expiration, and are easy to use.  If candles are part of your power outage preparations, make sure that for every type of candle you also have the proper non-flammable holder for it.

Solar Powered LED Lamps

These are LED lamps that source their energy from sunlight, which is stored in inbuilt or dedicated batteries for specifically powering the lamps. Although their main purpose is to provide light, some of these lamps have ports that you can use to charge your phone.

A good solar powered lamp can last up to 8 hours when fully charged. They are usually brighter than oil lamps and last longer without going out. One of the main advantages of solar-powered LED lamps is they do not require maintenance once you purchase them.

Kerosene Lamps

Kerosene lamps have one major problem - they tend to give off a pungent smell. Although they are one of the most affordable options, they have serious health implications.

The good news is such lamps are known to provide sufficient light for an average room of about ten by ten feet. If you live in a remote area like a cabin in the woods, a kerosene lamp may be one of the few options you have available during a power outage. You need to be careful when you use a kerosene lamp.

For starters, these lamps are not recommended in houses with small children. At the same time, they can be a fire risk.

Hand Lanterns

Hand lanterns are designed differently. There are those that are battery or kerosene operated.

Battery

Battery operated hand lanterns are considered to be the safest type of hand lanterns. For starters, they do not use any type of fuel. This means they cannot be a fire hazard should they be dropped accidentally. 

Factors that determine the amount of light a battery-operated hand lantern will give are two. First, the battery used in the lantern, and secondly the bulb will determine the amount of light it gives off. 

Kerosene

Kerosene hand lanterns are the last and have the lowest rating when it comes to hand lanterns. Kerosene hand lanterns are usually smaller in size when compared to kerosene lamps. This means they will not have the storage to hold a lot of kerosene. As a result, they tend to last for a few hours before a refill is required.

If you do not mind refilling this type of lantern, then it may be the best option. On the plus side, kerosene hand lanterns are usually very affordable.

All these are great ideas when it comes to lighting your house during a power outage. The one you choose should go together with your preferences. You should also consider your budget before you make a decision. Make sure you weigh the pros and cons of each option. 

Pay us a visit at our Corinth (450-7247) Monchy (450-7248) Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch, or visit our website www.raycip.com, for your choice of lighting in case of a sudden blackout. We’re always happy to serve you #ShopRayneau #EverythingUnderOneRoof


 


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