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Marias River Electric Cooperative, Inc.
PO Box 729
910 Roosevelt Highway
Shelby, MT 59474
Phone: (406) 434-5575
Fax: (406) 434-2531
Thanks to all those of you who participate in contributing to Operation Round Up! This program allows us to help non-profit organizations within our service area that are in need of monetary contributions. These contributions help non-profits repair or replace much needed equipment, materials, or cover operational. If you’re interested in learning how just cents a month can help these organizations, reach out to Marias River Electric today. ksmith@mariasriverec.com or (406)434-5575
Here are some winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers:
- Prep the Home for Power Outages
Sudden power outages can be scary and frustrating, especially if they last for more than a few minutes. Put together an Emergency Preparedness Kit in case of a prolonged or widespread power outage:
- Water—one gallon per person, per day (2-week supply)
- Non-perishable food (2-week supply)
- Flashlight
- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
- Extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Medications (7-day supply) and required medical items
- Multi-purpose tool
- Sanitation and personal hygiene items
- Copies of personal documents (medication list and medical information, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, insurance policies)
- Cell phone with fully charged external battery
- Family and emergency contact information
- Extra cash
- If someone is dependent on electric-powered, life-sustaining equipment, include backup power in your plan
- Keep a non-cordless phone in your home. It will likely work even if the power is out.
- Car with a full tank of gas
- What NOT to put in your kit: candles! Avoid the extreme risk of fire and stock up on flashlights and batteries instead!