Power · 30 minutes · Basic
Use Your Car as a Backup Power Source
Your car can charge phones and run small loads — if it runs outside and you watch your fuel.
This is for educational purposes only. Not professional medical, electrical, or safety advice.
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Hybrid and EV owners: check your manual for approved backup-power features; don't improvise wiring.
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The 72-Hour Grid-Down Checklist
One printable page: water, food, power, communication, first aid, security and documents.