Hurricane Florence: Power outage tips and resources for North Carolina

When the electricity goes out during a storm, avoid downed power lines. Power lines hidden in floodwaters can also pose an electrocution risk.

Hundreds of thousands of residents in the Carolinas are without power as the remnants of Florence move inland. Check out these ways to stay safe during a power outage and hacks to keep in mind during the blackout from AccuWeather:

How to stay safe when the power goes out during a hurricane

How to stay safe when the power goes out during a hurricane

What to know about generators before a power outage

Types of generators: What to know about power generators before a blackout

Preparing for a long-term power outage

Surviving a long-term power outage

How to keep food safe during a power outage

How to keep food safe during a power outage

Hurricane hacks: Food in the washing machine and more

Hurricane hacks: Food in the washing machine and more

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