{"id":65849,"date":"2021-10-25T14:53:20","date_gmt":"2021-10-25T18:53:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canada-info.ca\/?p=65849"},"modified":"2021-10-28T11:30:18","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T15:30:18","slug":"storm-season-approaches-northern-bc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canada-info.ca\/en\/storm-season-approaches-northern-bc\/","title":{"rendered":"Storm season approaches Northern BC"},"content":{"rendered":"

Northern BC is a very large area. From the archipelago of Haida Gwaii to east of Prince George, there is a vast range in community sizes and distance between them. While most communities are part of a large power grid (either from Kitimat or Prince George), outages are still a common event in the region.<\/p>\n

Now, as fall subsides to harsher, colder and more extreme winter weather, BC Hydro implores residents of the north to be prepared for planned and unplanned outages.<\/p>\n

In a recent release<\/a>, the Northern Division of BC Hydro offered tips for preparing yourself, family, and home for those cold, dark nights and days:<\/p>\n

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Prepare for outages<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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\"Power outages can happen at any time. While we work throughout the year to minimize their duration and impact, it\u2019s difficult to know how long they\u2019ll last. That's why it's important to always be prepared.<\/p>\n

Start by\u00a0making an emergency kit and an outage plan. Then familiarize yourself with our important safety information,\u00a0including\u00a0what to do during an outage<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0if you come across\u00a0a down or damaged power line.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

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How to get prepared for a power outage<\/h3>\n

Whether at home or at work, there are steps you can take to ensure your family and co-workers are prepared if the lights go out.<\/p>\n

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Check out the latest tips from the Northern Division of BC Hydro for how to manage in power outages during winter months. Photo courtesy of BC Hydro.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Prepare your home<\/h3>\n

Have a kit. Have a plan. We'll walk you through how to put together both.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What you should know to prepare for outages<\/h3>\n

Here's what you and your family should know to help you prepare for power outages:<\/p>\n

What to do if your power goes out<\/h3>\n

First, you\u2019ll want to make sure we\u2019re aware of the outage. You can do this by checking our\u00a0outage list<\/a>. If you don\u2019t see your outage listed, call us at 1 800 BCHYDRO (1 800 224 9376) or *49376 on a mobile. If you have a MyHydro account, log in and\u00a0report the outage online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Get other tips on\u00a0what to do during an outage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What to do if you see a fallen power line<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s impossible to tell just by sight or sound if a power line that has fallen on the ground or become damaged is still live \u2013 it doesn\u2019t always spark, smoke or make a buzzing sound. That's why if you come across a down or damaged power line, it\u2019s important to treat it as an emergency situation. Stay back at least 10 metres (the length of a city bus) and report it to 911.<\/p>\n

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