Wakefield Power Outages: Here's What You Need To Know

WAKEFIELD, MA—Frigid and windy conditions are set to hit Wakefield, and power outages could be possible.

Temperatures are set to drop below zero at around 9 p.m. Saturday and reach -8 degrees overnight. Winds are blow at speeds just below 20 miles per hour.

The National Weather Service says that down tree limbs could be possible, making a power outage a possibility. Here are some instructions for Wakefield residents from the Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Department, if your power goes out of service.

What to do when the power goes out:

• Look outside to see if your neighbors have also lost their power. This will tell you whether the outage is an internal problem within your own home.
• Report the outage to the WMGLD at (781) 246-6363.
• Disconnect appliances that will go on automatically when the power is restored.
• Disconnect electronic equipment to prevent damage when the power comes back on. This includes computers, TVs, stereos, microwaves and VCRs.
• Don’t open the refrigerator door unless you know what you’re getting. Food will spoil if you keep opening the door.
• Remember – a fully stocked freezer will keep food frozen for up to 48 hours.
• If you burn candles, make sure you keep them away from flammable materials and places where children and/or pets can knock them over.

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