SURVIVOR READY · HOUSEHOLD REFERENCE

Your power-outage checklist.

AI-generated illustration of a lantern and portable lights — AI-generated illustration. Read the guidance below for the practical steps.

GetSurvivorReady.com · Updated September 9, 2026

Household: ____________________

Utility / outage number: ______________

Check-in contact: _________________

Safe destination: __________________

Transport / assistance: _____________

Medical backup contact: ______________

Prepare the essentials

LightFlashlight or headlamp, batteries and a battery lantern.Phone & informationCharged power bank, matching cables, battery radio and paper contacts.Water & foodStored drinking water, familiar ready-to-eat food and a manual opener.Food temperatureAppliance thermometer, cooler and a plan for ice.Health & personal needsMedicines, first aid, accessible supplies and a medical-device backup plan.People & petsMeeting place, transport, pet supplies and a person to check in with.Safer homeWorking smoke and CO alarms with battery backup.A place to goA destination with safe temperatures and any power you depend on.

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Food reminder: closed fridge: up to 4 hours; full freezer: about 48; half-full: about 24. Actual temperature and food type matter. Never taste food to test safety.

Full guidance and sources: GetSurvivorReady.com/power-outage/ · CDC outage and food-safety guidance, CPSC carbon-monoxide guidance, American Red Cross emergency-supply guidance. Follow local instructions and your household’s medical plan.