Power Outage

[GrifTheGreat]

So our power just went out. It was only out for about four minutes so it wasn't a big deal. But the temp in Grif's tank dropped from 84.7 to 82.9 in just those couple minutes. It made me realize that I don't have any sort of plan for how to take care of Grif if we lose power in the winter. I live in Ohio. It doesn't get too cold here in winter, but its cold by pacman standards and we do get the occasional snow storm/power outage. I was just wondering how other people keep their frogs warm and safe in the event of a power outage? I would rather plan a head little than wait until it's January and 20 degrees out! Thanks!

[LilyPad]

That is nothing I even thought about. Hopefully someone here has some pointers.

[GrifTheGreat]

I actually thought of stocking up on hand warmers and using them which I think would work in a pinch on a very short term basis ofcourse but defintly need to know what to do.

[demeteraurion]

Those heat packs are probably the best choice unless you want to get a generator. You could try placing his tank near a fireplace or something.

[GrifTheGreat]

Ya I thought about putting him near the fireplace. It sucks that fire would produce a dry heat though. Woutld have to keep his water near too so it would be warm for misting.

[John]

In the winter snow if I lose power I open the frog room door, turn on the cooker hot plates (they're gas) and light them with a lighter or match, set 'em all on high. It is usually sufficient to keep things in the 60s for the day. If things are bad for longer than that I have a portable propane heater (Heater Buddy) that I can run in the frog room if necessary.