FabSwingers.com forum: How would you cope with power cuts.

By *aravancouple OP Man
over a year ago

A Secret Hideaway In the caravan of love

I was around in the 70s when power cuts were almost the norm, people coped ok.

But we didn't have as much sensitive electronic gear in our homes back then. No PCs PVRs Satellite boxes, or even so many freezers. Power cuts now may be much more intrusive.

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

We were lucky as we had gas back then in '73. another good thing was we were aware of when the cuts would be so had set times to do things. I was a hairdresser and we would set peoples hair and they would go home to dry it, then return to be combed out. Usually when it was on at work it would be off at my home and visa versa .

I missed the telly tho even then. I would just have to go to bed now as too many things i would miss without electric.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We lived in villages and after the storms of 1987 and 1990 we were without power or water for over two weeks each time , plus being at the arse end of the power supply we always the last to go back on .

We buy candles whenever we see them for sale , they were going for a quid each in October 1987 , and we have butane gas cookers and a calor heater .

We did toy with the idea if buying a generator and may do at some time as they are a lot smaller and quieter than they used to be .

Also an inverter may be a good idea for using in the car .

God , we sound like we are preparing for a doomsday scenario .

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By *mumaWoman
over a year ago

Livingston

I was without power for 47 hours at the weekend.. No emergency number for my landlord (Scottish Power were great but couldn't resolve the problem)

Finally got it sorted today.. 5 days on!!

Worst part was the silence and listening to the clock.. Tick Tock, Tick Tock

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No problems for me. Out comes the camping kit. Torch, Lamp, camping stove

and I am set to ride it out.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We've had two this week !!! Not good when you have electric garage doors !

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By *ezebelWoman
over a year ago

North of The Wall - youll need your vest

Very fond memories of the 70s powercuts and sitting around with my Mum and Dad by candlelight

I work overseas a lot where powercuts are very very common - often off more than its on - but all the office equipment is fine as long as we use surge protectors, and we use a generator if its going to be off for days at a time.

Its surprising how quickly you get used to it.

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"I was around in the 70s when power cuts were almost the norm, people coped ok.

But we didn't have as much sensitive electronic gear in our homes back then. No PCs PVRs Satellite boxes, or even so many freezers. Power cuts now may be much more intrusive."

you haven't lived in new york have ya...

every summer when it is really hot they have "brown outs" which means blocks can go without leccy for hours because everyone is still trying to use the air con... couple of hours here and there.... no leccy in 80 degrees and 95-100% humidity between 9 and midnight.... no fun!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We woudnt or I woudnt full stop

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would be fine until my phone ran out then I would start twitching.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Still are the norm here

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would freak out as I'm home alone I would cry

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I would be fine until my phone ran out then I would start twitching.

Having to wait a day to recharge! Nightmare!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I was around in the 70s when power cuts were almost the norm, people coped ok.

But we didn't have as much sensitive electronic gear in our homes back then. No PCs PVRs Satellite boxes, or even so many freezers. Power cuts now may be much more intrusive."
Candles

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I would freak out as I'm home alone I would cry "

I would ride it out with Babe247

I hate to see a woman cry.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We go camping and like to use sites where ther eis no electricity. So we have lots of things (like a tv/radio etc etc) that are 12volt and quite a few (but not tv) that are solar powered. We used to have power cuts around home every 18 months or so as soem of the power is from old 'above ground' supplies that use ceramic spacers. When these crack, they short.

so we are kind of used to it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I was around in the 70s when power cuts were almost the norm, people coped ok.

But we didn't have as much sensitive electronic gear in our homes back then. No PCs PVRs Satellite boxes, or even so many freezers. Power cuts now may be much more intrusive. Candles

Four of them ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get the camping gear out of the garage or take the tailer loaded with camping gear and camp somewhere until power is restored.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

My mum had one the other night from around 6pm till 11.30 they couldnt do anythhing, they where trying to read by candles and in the end just gave up and went to bed lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Power cuts? If it's daylight, sit near a window and read a book. If it's dark, just go to bed (hopefully with a handsome hunky man to keep me warm

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By *iewMan
Forum Mod
over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

I would struggle to be honest if it just happened

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

We had an electric cooker during the 70s power cuts. Getting home, cooking and eating before the power went off was like a race.

Now, if I have mobile access then I would see if there is anyone I can visit and/or play with. Get out the candles. Play cards with the kids. Visit the neighbours and have a drink.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am ok I have a portable generator in the garage so some things would work.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

gas central heating, lcd lights, ice packs in the freezer. Be ok for a while but if it was a long period could be difficult as I couldn't recharge my rechargeables or my ipad and phone.

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I think there is a new series coming on soon about society without electricity. Plus Stephen King's Cell sets out a good story.

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