Utilities Kingston home page Link: Home Page Link: Site map
Link: Water and sewer Link: Natural gas Link: Electricity Link: Networks
Slogan: All your utility services under one roof
Link: About us
Link: Your account
Link: Careers
Link: News
Link: Tenders
Link: Emergency service
Link: Contact us
 
Heading: Linked

OUR CITY

Find out more about Kingston, Ontario, at the official Web site of our beautiful city!

[VISIT]

POWER LINK

The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has regulatory oversight of natural gas and electricity matters in Ontario.

[VISIT]





PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release
2003-08-15

 
For further information contact:
Emergency Information, 384-1954

TIPS ON HANDLING A POWER FAILURE

The City of Kingston's municipal control group advises to follow these tips during this power failure:

  • Stay at home, stay cool and don't go to work unless you provide an essential service
  • Watch for signs of dehydration such as extreme thirst, feeling faint or dizzy with dry skin and disorientation, and drink lots of fluids
  • Stay off the roads except for emergency purposes to reduce gridlock and conserve fuel
  • Conserve your water supply using only essential water (ex. don't take baths, don't water your garden)
  • If you have an elderly/disabled neighbour be a good Samaritan and check on them and if you need assistance, contact your neighbours for help
  • Listen to local radio for emergency information
  • Do not use 911 to report a power outage
  • Use caution when travelling because traffic lights may not operate
  • Use proper candle holders, never leave candles unattended and keep away from combustible materials
  • Turn off all tools, appliances and electrical equipment including tools and computers so that when power is restored there is not a heavy load on the electric system
  • Don't open your freezer or fridge unless it is absolutely necessary. A full freezer can keep food frozen for 24 to 36 hours if the door remains closed
  • Don't use charcoal, gas barbeques or home generators indoors. They give off carbon monoxide
  • Leave one light on so you know when power is restored
  • Listen for further instructions from local public authorities

After the power returns

  • If the main electric switch was turned off, check to ensure appliances, air conditioning systems, TVs, microwave ovens and home electronics are unplugged to prevent damage from a power surge when the power is restored
  • Switch on the main electric switch
  • Give the electrical system a chance to stabilize before reconnecting tools and appliances. Wait 10 to 15 minutes before reconnecting all the tools and appliances
  • Check food supplies in fridge, freezers and cupboards for signs of spoilage

- 30 -