Power Outages

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  1. Mikeyb

    Mikeyb Bristle Worm

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    So what do you do in a power outage, I had one last night and was agitating the water by hand, not fun, what does everyone else do? Are there any lower cost remedies to help in situations like this?
     
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  2. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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  3. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    I don't bother doing anything unless it appears that the outage may last more than a few hours. An occasional hiccup in stability can actually improve a coral's chance of surviving short-term changes.

    See previous post on what to do when intervention becomes necessary. :D
     
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  4. Av8Bluewater

    Av8Bluewater Giant Squid

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    Harbor freight power inverter turns my car into a generator. If you are able to run a cord to your car. Like above though. I wouldn't bother unless we are talking hours.
     
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