Scenario playbooks
What to do, day by day
Pick the event you're worried about. Day 1 of every playbook is free.
This is for educational purposes only. Not professional medical, electrical, or safety advice.
Day 1 · Day 3 · Day 7
Winter storm outage
Ice and snow take down lines in freezing weather. The danger is cold and carbon monoxide.
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Day 1 · Day 3 · Day 7
Summer heat outage
The grid fails in a heat wave. Heat illness is the biggest risk, especially for babies, elders and pets.
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Day 1 · Day 3 · Day 7
Water main failure
Taps run dry or a boil-water notice is issued. You need drinking water and sanitation fast.
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Day 1 · Day 3 · Day 7
Long-term grid down (EMP or major failure)
Power is out region-wide for weeks. Fuel, communication and community matter most.
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