This was just posted on Facebook :

"I'm getting a lot of, "What are you doing with your animals," messages, so I thought I'd post here. With power out for up to a week, I have taken some precautions. Sorry if any of this is too late for you.
1) I stopped feeding my animals and will not feed them until power is assured. While it's not ideal for them not to eat, I fear food rotting undigested in their stomachs far more than a lack of... food. Those of you who brumate any of your reptiles know what I mean.
2) I am making sure my cages are CLEAN. Cold, dark, and humid are good breeding grounds for bacteria and mold, and trying to clean cages with now power or hot water SUCKS.
3) I am making sure all my animals have water, and that I have a 10 day supply of water set aside and ready. I use 3+ gallons each watering in the reptile room, so I have all that filtered and dechlorinated now.
4) When the power goes out, I'll be unplugging all my heaters, lights, and heat tape. I'd rather make sure nothing is damaged by a surge, which can be deadly. Unplugging when it gets bad is also a good plan.
5) I'm pulling all the racks away from outside walls. The storm will chill my walls, which will in turn chill my animals.

Excluding the reptiles:
1) Make sure all clothes are clean, so no laundry for a week will be no problem.
2) Freeze blocks of ice and put the in the fridge and freezer. They will help hold temps for quite a while. I'm using empty reptile bins. Use as many as your space will afford, and don't forget to leave room for the ice to expand!
3) Budget about a gallon of water per person, per day. If you don't use it, better safe than sorry.
4) Have LOTS of water to pour in the toilet. Business will still need to happen, and filling the bowl will be to only way to flush.

Please tag/share/link to any and everyone this may help. Let's keep us and our animals safe!"


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