Power Outage

[Marlene327]

I wrote and asked about this yesterday too, as ice was coming north. We have it tonight, it's raining and freezing, but luckily we still have power. I have water bottles to put hot water into for the 10 gallons. For the 40 and 20 I have gallon water jugs for hot water. Lots of blankets and handwarmers at the ready. Only 1 battery operated pump, would put what I can into the 40. I have 2 more pumps in my shopping cart at Amazon, will get it soon. Won't help this time but they will be used sooner or later.

Good luck to those with power outages, not just for your fish but for your family.

 

[DuaneV]

Aeration isnt a real concern, its the temp. We lose power up here (Maine) quite a few times a winter, for up to 2 weeks. As long as you keep the tank wrapped up, STOP FEEDING THEM, and try to heat it a little here and there, they should be fine. Keep the doors closed as much as possible, dont open windows, etc. If its going to be more than a few days, try to heat up some water over an open fire and add it to the tank. I gave a gas stove so even when the power is out I can heat water.

 

[Marioguerra94]

Update:
Power is back on. Everyone appears to be ok. Heaters are back. Even the babies are still kicking.

No fires lol
Update:
Powers out again but werr hoping its a planned outage. Waiting a couple hours before we leave

 

[Marlene327]

Our power never went out last night, so glad about that for many reasons. There was ice everywhere, roads were a nightmare for those working the late shifts. My heart goes out to all those in Texas, Louisiana and all through the country who are freezing right now. I'm afraid a lot of tanks won't make it for those with no generators.

 

[RelaxingBettas]

Our power never went out last night, so glad about that for many reasons. There was ice everywhere, roads were a nightmare for those working the late shifts. My heart goes out to all those in Texas, Louisiana and all through the country who are freezing right now. I'm afraid a lot of tanks won't make it for those with no generators.

I didn't realize Texas etc was so bad until I had a moment to look up, it's enough for me to keep a handle on the wildlife and pipes from freezing here- terrible. Sending prayers for all affected.