Caution with Generators

A generator is a prepper must-have, but they must be used with caution. Read your owner’s manual and make sure you know how to properly operate it in the event of a power outage. Don’t wait for the outage to occur. If you don’t know how to use your equipment (or where to find it), it’s not going to be very useful if you suddenly need it. Carbon Monoxide is an issue with gas-powered generators. Electrocution in flood water is also an issue…and always be careful venturing into your basement during flooding!

From The Epoch Times:

Hurricane Beryl Death Toll Rises to 7, Generator Misuse Is Blamed for 2 Deaths

Excerpt:

Mr. [Emergency Management Chief] Kidd said two of the deaths were caused by carbon monoxide poisoning, and he warned against mishandling gas-powered generators to power their homes. He reminded people that carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas.

“If you have a generator that you’re running, please make sure it is far away from the area [where] you’re living and sleeping,” he said.

“These are preventable deaths.”

The "Do it Now Principle"

Marla Cilley, also known as “Flylady,” is a homemaker’s helper, particularly with cleaning and organizing. She has videos, books and wonderful cleaning products (I’ve bought some!). She talks about the “Do it Now Principle,” which means, if you see something that can be done quickly and easily, don’t wait for later, just “do it now.” As the world situation is heating up, this is also a great tenet for preppers.

I will give you a real-life example from my own life today. I drove to the grocery store and when I got out of the car, realized I had forgotten my purse. I used to have a small amount of emergency money in my car, but the last time I used it, I neglected to replace it. Not that it would have been enough to do all my shopping, but I could at least have gotten a box of chocolate eclairs….I mean some low-carb snack bars….before heading back home.

So…I went back home, got my purse and immediately replenished my emergency money. I felt like a good prepper again. It is empowering and motivating to take care of yourself. It instantly lifts your mood and this world could use a little mood-lifting.

So, next time you notice something that needs attention, think of the “Do it Now Principle,” and….do it now!