The power plant may need to resort to load shedding if the repairs cannot be completed by Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. when the demand begins to rise with the opening of the many businesses, schools, and other organizations. Updates will be posted as the situation develops and more information is available. GEBE is urging residents and businesses to prepare for possible load shedding by protecting sensitive electronic equipment to prevent any damage, check surge protectors and back up power units as needed. And when in doubt, plug it out.
Here are some tips to prepare for an electricity outage:
- Unplug any sensitive electronics to avoid damage.
- Turn off all lights and electrical equipment. Leave on only one light or radio to alert you when the power has been restored.
- Try to minimize the time your fridge and freezer are open to keep the cool air in.
- Gather any flashlights and check spare batteries.
- Be careful if you decide to use candles. Do not leave them unattended.
- Prepare by equipping your house with automatic power failure safety lighting so that it does not go dark when the power goes out. That gives you time to locate your flashlights and other items.