NO POWER? What to do


February 13, 2009 at 12:00a.m.

NO POWER? What to do

Tips for customers without power:

kCall 1-888-544-4877 (1-888-LIGHTSS) to report your outage — it’s the fastest way to begin the restoration process.

kAvoid opening the refrigerator or freezer. A full freezer can keep food frozen for up to three days if it’s kept closed.

kUnplug major appliances until after the power has been restored. kKeep one light connected so you will know when the power is back on.

kNever use a stove or oven to heat your home.

kNever leave burning candles unattended in a house.

kNever operate gasoline-powered generators inside a home or in an attached garage.

Source: FirstEnergy Corp.