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First Hour Blackout Card
Know your first moves when lights, charging, refrigeration and familiar routines stop working.
SMALL ENOUGH TO USE TODAY
A dark house needs clear decisions.
Use this two-page planning resource to start a useful conversation. It is designed to make the next step clear, without assuming every household has the same budget, storage space or support.
- Check every person and essential powered-care dependency.
- Note the outage time; use official utility and emergency updates.
- Bring out battery lighting and clear the route to an exit.
Portable generators belong outdoors, more than 20 feet from doors, windows and vents. Never use them in a home, garage or enclosed space. Plan with the manufacturer and a qualified professional.
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The free tool starts the conversation. The complete The Household Blackout System is designed to help you organize the decisions behind it.