Last Friday, July 19th around 2:30 pm, we had a severe storm hit our area. Rain was so heavy couldn't see the neighbors house across the street and the winds were so strong it took down a large branch from our tree out front and our power line. Just me and boys were home. Rick was golfing up in AuGres and my son was in Mt. Pleasant with the grandsons baseball tournaments. No power means the sump pump does not work.
OK, Step 1, called Consumers Power and reported power outage and downed line. Step 2, found the generator in the barn, loaded it on the hand cart, got it to the house, couldn't get the cap off to see how much gas was in it, and even if it did, realized I had no clue on how to start it. Step 3 - called husband. He reminded me of the secondary pump he installed a few years ago that is water driven. Switched over to that pump - IT WORKED! We were without power until Saturday night around 9:30. Kept all the necessities running (fridge, freezers, A/C and television) with the generator.
The south end of Bay City was hit hard. Many trees down, homes damaged, siding and roofing blown off, lawn/patio furniture relocated. As I said we were lucky with one branch down - some of our neighbors no so much. And, as of yesterday some were still without power. As far as we know, there were no reports of anyone being hurt and we thank God for that blessing.
If anyone wants to share their summer/family happenings just send your pics (if available) and your message to Keith at kaw@syntheticsaves.com or to me at ladydi194959@yahoo.com. We'll get it on the Blog for you - quick like a bunny. Thanks, take care, and be safe.
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