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I like not depending on a single utility for my energy needs

We had an extended outage in our neighborhood. Just over a week. I let the neighbors know I had enough wood and charcoal to keep the smoker at 275 all week and we could pop on the propane grills if we needed something hotter (I have been blessed with an abundance of backyard cookery). Fed half the neighborhood at some point that week, everyone at least got some ribs.

Last thing I want the folk on my street to do is go hungry, especially if all what's wrong is the electricity.