Determine if the power failure is limited to your home.
If your neighbour's power is still on, check your electrical panel to see if the main circuit breaker
has tripped. Even if it appears to be on, turn the breaker off and
back on again to ensure a good connection.
If your electrical panel isn't the cause of the outage, call SaskPower's
24-hour, toll-free number – 310-2220 – specifically
for power outage reporting and updates. You can call any time, any day of the week.
Callers outside Saskatchewan.
Power can be restored more easily if the load on the electric system is reduced.
Turn off or unplug any appliances, computers or electronics you were using when the
power went out to avoid power surges when power is restored. Leave one light turned on so you'll know when
your power returns.
Keep your refrigerator and freezer doors closed to keep your food as fresh as possible.
Food will remain fresh or frozen for several hours if you keep the doors closed. Wrapping your freezer in a blanket
or quilt will ensure your food stays good for up to 48 hours.
If you must eat food that was refrigerated or frozen after a long power outage, check it carefully
for signs of spoilage.
Don't light a fire indoors unless you have an approved fireplace or wood stove. If you’re cold, put on layers of warm clothing instead.
Don't use barbecues, portable generators or propane or kerosene heaters indoors. Burning fuel in unventilated areas
produces carbon-monoxide, a deadly, odourless gas.
When power is restored
Make sure your fridge and freezer are back on. Check your appliance guides to determine whether food can be safely eaten or refrozen.
Give the electrical system a chance to stabilize. Turn on the essentials first, and wait 10-15 minutes before starting the rest.
Restock your emergency cupboard so that supplies will be there next time you need them.
