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Your power goes out, it's a winter storm! What types of Heat do you use?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Memphis, TN
January 27
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Hi, @A MyCOPDTeam Member, I copied a clay flower pot radiant heater design when I owned my own home, and our mobile home park lost power regularly.

Using a broiler pan on top of the stove (a heat-safe spot in my home), I built a 2-pot, tea candle heater that helped keep my home warm in the wet and chilly northern California heaters when the power went out.

I found the instructions on you tube, and each tea candle was good for about 8 hours of warmth.

REF: https://www.google.com/search?q=clay+flower+pot...

It’s truly a preppers / live off the land solution, but worked well for me.

Take care. Tuesday night, 27-JAN-26

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January 27
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What alternative heat sources are safe to use during a winter power outage when you have COPD?

During a winter storm power outage, it's crucial to choose heating methods carefully since some can worsen COPD symptoms. Wood-burning stoves and certain heating fuels can release smoke and fumes that trigger breathing problems.

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What alternative heat sources are safe to use during a winter power outage when you have COPD?

During a winter storm power outage, it's crucial to choose heating methods carefully since some can worsen COPD symptoms. Wood-burning stoves and certain heating fuels can release smoke and fumes that trigger breathing problems.

If you must use alternative heating:

* Ensure any space has excellent ventilation to prevent smoke and fume buildup
* Avoid wood-burning stoves if possible, as the smoke is a known COPD trigger
* Keep rooms well-ventilated even if it means losing some heat
* Consider battery-powered or propane heaters designed for indoor use with proper ventilation

The safest approach is to relocate to a heated shelter or stay with family/friends if the power outage is prolonged. Cold temperatures themselves can trigger COPD exacerbations and cause fatigue, so staying warm is important - but not at the expense of breathing in harmful fumes.

If you must stay home, layer loose clothing to trap body heat without restricting breathing, and keep your rescue inhalers warm (they work best between 50-80°F).

January 27

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