Just a quick tip for everyone before I head off this morning. During an emergency, one of the first things everyone does is call their loved ones to be sure they're ok. With so many people using cell phones, these "lines" can get tied up rather quickly. Landlines are usually open. However, we all seem to have portable phones now to give us the freedom to walk around the house while we talk, and, when the electricity is out so are our phones. We should all have one of our phones be the old fashion, no electricity required kind that only plugs into the phone outlet. These are very cheap, usually 5 or 6 bucks at the local Walmart. You can also pick them up at Goodwill or Salvation Army on occassion.
The other advantage for hardline phones over a cell phone is that 911 will have your physical address. I know lots of people have switched entirely to cell phones with no hardline service at all. Check in your local area. Many phone companies are required by law to supply 911 service even if the customer does not use them for their local or long distance service.
Well, that's it for now. Hope this quick tip will help keep you safe and connected.
Know what you do matters, keep preparing and remember, "Just 'cause there's snow on the rooftop, doesn't mean there ain't a fire in the fireplace." See you next time.
Candy
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