Preparing for power outages at long-term living facilities
Even a brief power outage can potentially impact multiple systems, according to an article on the Long-term Living website
Even a brief power outage can potentially impact multiple systems — including HVAC, ventilators, water distribution and communications, according to an article on the Long-term Living website. One of the most important things is to make certain that your preparedness plan includes critical contact information for the electric utility company, the article said.
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November 9, 2015
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