During the rainiest months of the year, between December and March, news of landslides and flooding at certain points is common, such as the case of the north coast of São Paulo, which became news at the end of February due to unprecedented floods. However, another recurring problem is the power outages that can be aggravated by the rains.
Whether due to wind, falling trees and poles during storms or electrical problems in wiring caused by lightning, the lack of light during rains is a reality in many regions.
The problem can be more or less recurrent according to the geographical characteristics and electrical structure of the region in question. Even so, although it is unpredictable, it is possible to be prepared for eventual shortages. Therefore, adopting certain habits can help residents deal with periods of power outages.
- Emergency light: rechargeable and practical, the lamp must always be plugged into the socket and, in times of shortage, it can be activated and illuminate the environment. Prices range from $15 to $190
- Flashlights: the models can be charged from the socket, using batteries or batteries. Being always charged, they can be used for long periods. It is important to check on the package how long it can remain lit.
- Candles: it is the least recommended option because it is the least safe. While they can help in an emergency, candles require a lot of care. Among them, keep it away from children and pets, use adequate support, do not approach electrical wires and fabrics, such as curtains and blankets, and never sleep with the candle lit or leave it in an unsupervised environment.
- Cell phone: despite being a practical option, using a flashlight or cell phone light is only feasible when it is charged. In some cases, activating the flashlight function can even speed up the device’s battery consumption.
beyond the lighting
Long periods without electricity can become uncomfortable for other reasons that go beyond the lack of light. The impossibility of watching television, lack of internet access, cold shower water and non-working appliances, for example, can bother residents of regions where electricity shortages are recurrent.
“The generators are an alternative for those facing this problem. Taking care to have emergency lighting, if necessary, is a great decision, as it protects the resident from total darkness. However, this measure does not avoid other headaches”, explains the specialist in generator sets from the Energ franchise, Bruno Teixeira Moreira.
Moreira comments that a good generator, when installed correctly, can facilitate and make people not realize that the energy was affected by the rains. “The generator will make all the appliances in the house work normally, as if the power had not gone out. In this way, it is possible to maintain all the normal electrical functionalities until the problem is solved by the responsible company”, he concludes.
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