Are You Prepared for Cold-Weather Outages

Colder temperatures have arrived, and Idaho Power reminds customers this is a good time to prepare your home in case of weather-related outages.

Although the energy company's average customer is without power for fewer than three hours per year, heavy snow on lines or strong winds can cause longer outages. That's why Idaho Power is sharing ways to prepare for whatever nature throws your way:

• Gather an outage kit with items like blankets, flashlights, and non-perishable foods.
• Plan for any unique medical needs, such as refrigerated medication or life support systems.
• Keep a large block of ice in your freezer to keep foods cold longer in case the power goes out.
• Learn how to manually open security gates and garage doors.
• If your power goes out and you're using a portable generator, operate it in open or well-ventilated areas and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
• Download the Idaho Power mobile app to track current outages, and add Idaho Power to your contacts to report an outage: 208-388-2323 (in the Treasure Valley) or 1-800-488-6151 (toll-free).

For more outage preparedness tips and information, visit idahopower.com/outagetips.

Maria Willacy
Communications Specialist
[email protected]
208-388-5978