When winter power outages strike, a home that once felt secure can quickly seem cold and vulnerable. Heat escapes, drafts become obvious, and comfort turns into a concern for safety. Understanding how heat works is essential: warmth rises, cold settles, and uncovered skin loses heat rapidly. Staying calm and intentional helps prevent unnecessary heat loss and keeps the situation manageable.
One of the smartest steps is to shrink the space you are trying to keep warm. Close off unused rooms to create a smaller heat zone where warmth can build instead of dispersing. Block drafts at doors with rolled towels or clothing, and cover windows with thick curtains or blankets to reduce heat escape.
Protecting your body is just as important as protecting the room. Layered clothing traps warm air better than a single heavy garment. Socks, hats, and gloves make a significant difference, as feet and heads lose heat quickly. Blankets or sleeping bags add insulation, and sitting close to others allows shared body heat to accumulate naturally.
