You are more accessible to crews to repair utilities, in Saco, than 95% of the state…if that helps.

Sometimes the power goes out, sometimes it doesn’t. Part of living in this state is being prepared for anything…in the best of ways, and sometimes in the worst. This is one of the few places in the world you can shred some powder at sugarloaf one day, then go golfing the next. Orrrrr…you could (should) have a generator to power your (possibly, second) home for many hours at a time. Lots of winter left…next couple weeks are looking volatile tbh

It’s a big ask, but… -don’t keep electrical infrastructure above ground (eliminating wind/tree/weather interference, as it does, quite often at my house) -don’t let CMP call the shots (wait until you see the rate hikes in January 🥺) -go off grid

Most of us are at the mercy of a very fragile, yet expensive system. Hopefully, this will create some innovation and opportunities for us to improve. In the mean time, a dual-fuel generator (maybe one that can tie in to your home’s panel) is a great contingency plan. Solar bank, wood stove, outdoor wood boiler, wind turbines…all things on my mind to help be more self-sufficient.