Chapleau residents are being warned to prepare for an emergency, as a community-wide power outage is planned for the end of the week.
The Township of Chapleau is recommending residents create a 72-hour emergency preparedness kit that includes a windup or battery-powered flashlight and radio, batteries, at least two litres of water for each person per day, canned or dried food that won't spoil - with can opener - a first aid kit, blankets, and candles with matches.
This comes as a six hour power outage is expected for Chapleau, for emergency maintenance on the Hydro One transmission line - the Township warns residents to keep their fridge and freezer closed during the outage - unless necessary - and to keep any other devices that may generate heat unplugged until temperature and humidity are returned to normal, to avoid damage.
Residents are also reminded to use proper candle holders - and never leave candles unattended - while using generators only to manufacturer guidelines.
Chapleau Health Services will host a warming centre during the outage, which is scheduled for Friday, November 22nd, from 9 am to 3 pm.