
The Power is Out—Now What?
September 2023A power outage can happen at any time. Here's what to do before, during, and after.
At Mutual of Enumclaw, we love summer too. But as we prepare to jump feet first into the season, we know it pays to plan. So whether you’re staying home, hitting the road, or making a beeline for a boat, take a few easy steps first to help ensure that your summer is a safe one.
Here, then, are the top five things to consider as we enter the hottest months of the year.
Sadly, wildfires have become all too common in recent years. They can come on suddenly, so being prepared is key. Here are some useful tips:
Create a wildlife emergency kit: Check out our Wildfire Emergency Planner for help.
Ready your home, business, or farm: See our Wildfire Prep Checklist and Wildfire Response recommendations.
Be smart about fireworks: If you’re going to use them, make sure you do so in a safe area with water or an extinguisher at the ready.
Find more safety recommendations in our Helpful Resources section.
A power outage can happen at any time. Here's what to do before, during, and after.
Thousands of distraction-related crashes happen every year. Learn some of our prevention tips to be safer on the road.
Learn what you can do before you leave to help protect your home and possessions when you're away.