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Power Outage Essentials: Build an Emergency Backpack for Blackouts (2025)

Why power outage essentials matter (more than you think) U.S. households face hours of power interruptions each year—driven by storms, grid stress, and other events—so planning isn’t optional. Federal guidance emphasizes generator/CO safety, surge protection, and food-safety steps to prevent illness and equipment damage during outages. Keep fridge ≤40°F and freezer at 0°F; with doors…