Many Israelis and concerned relatives are asking how to prepare for a possible extended power outage. I’m no expert on this, and the IDF has asked people not to panic. I can assure you that I’ve seen some of the extensive preparations the IDF has done in case of Hezbollah attacks on Israeli power stations. However, here are some common tips:

•⁠ ⁠People in the north of Israel are far more likely to be affected by power outages, for longer amounts of time. Those in the south have less to worry about this time around, though still have some risk.
•⁠ ⁠Generators can be purchased in most camping and sports stores, as well as electric and industrial shops. You can price compare at websites like zap.co.il to find the best one.
•⁠ ⁠If you’re able to, it’s much better to get a solar-powered generator than one powered by gas. The gas ones smell awful, are terrible for the environment, noisy, and more risky to use.
•⁠ ⁠Easier than generators, invest in high-capacity charger banks (portable battery chargers for phones and other devices). You can even buy some that recharge with solar power.
•⁠ ⁠Keep several packs of large water bottles in your home, along with at least 3-days-worth of non-perishable food which can be prepared without power.
•⁠ ⁠Things can change quickly, but for now it seems like we still have at least a few more weeks to prepare, until the end of July.

Most importantly, don’t panic. Make sure to talk with friends and stay social. Remember that we have G-d on our side, protecting us and guiding our incredibly brave soldiers.