Paul, we don't have earthquakes here, but we do have hurricanes. I have a couple of flourescent lanterns which operate from 8 D cells. I only had one during Ike and it lasted for a week with one set of batteries, using it part time. They are available here from Home Depot, but you may not have that chain in New Zealand. I can give you more information if you need it. They are very convenient and safe. Willis 'Cookie' Cooke K5EWJ
________________________________ From: Paul Saville <ephemeral.z...@zl3in.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sun, February 27, 2011 9:33:58 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] ZL Earthquake We had some damage here Fred, but the houses in the local area are mostly still habitable. Across town came off much worst by all accounts. The electricity is back on now, and we get an occasional trickle of water from the tap, to be boiled for drinking. Things to improve for "the next time": - 50 litres drinking water is only just sufficient for a family of five. I'm going to increase the "stash" to 200 litres (about 50 gallons) or more. - Battery capacity in the shack was one 7 A/H gel battery, and about 20 AA cells. Too little to be of any use in an emergency. I'm thinking 200 A/H minimum plus a portable generator would be more appropriate. I will also set up the shack to run off 12V battery supply all the time, including shack computer, so it's always ready to go. The rotator might be a little tricky in that regard being 24VAC. - Candles are a no-go in an earthquake because they fall over when there is an aftershock. Flashlights are inconvenient as a "working" light, so I am looking at LED lamps, bolted to the wall or desk so they stay put. Maybe I'm suffering an attack of siege mentality, but once bitten, twice shy. Wish list: I nice hot shower - luxury! 73 Paul ZL3IN On 23/02/2011 12:37 p.m., Fred Jensen wrote: > > Did the ZL earthquake affect any of you? > > 73, > > Fred K6DGW ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
