A series of powerful winter storms recently struck the state of Texas, leaving millions of its residents without power. Power outages can range from being mildly inconvenient to somewhat dangerous, depending on the circumstances. PreparationAccording to Ready.gov, one of the most important aspects of preparing for a power outage is having a proper inventory of household items. Smaller, portable generators can also be useful in power outages, but only if used properly. According to the CDC's latest guidance, perishable foods like meat, fish, sliced fruits and veggies, eggs, milk and leftovers should be tossed after four hours without power.

Source: Fox News February 17, 2021 19:18 UTC