Northpower Winter Readiness Quiz Before a storm Question Title * Which of the following should you do before a storm hits? Tie down trampolines Store away loose outdoor furniture Check trees near power lines All of the above Question Title * What should you avoid using for light during a power cut? Solar lantern Battery-powered lamp Candles Torch Question Title * How long should your household’s emergency water supply last? 1 day 2 days 3 days A week Question Title * Why should you check your garage door before an outage? It might get stuck open It won’t open without power It could let in the bad weather During a power outage Question Title * What’s the safest way to keep your food cold in a power cut? Keep the fridge and freezer closed Add ice to the fridge Wrap your fridge in a blanket Question Title * What’s the minimum safe distance to stay away from downed power lines? Remember to always treat fallen lines as live and dangerous 1 metre 4 metres 10 metres Question Title * Which of these can you expect to be affected during a power cut? Gas oven WiFi and internet Mobile data Question Title * What supplies are useful in a power outage, if you have them available? A full gas bottle for cooking Torches and batteries A power bank or car charger for your phone All of the above Staying informed Question Title * Where can you get the latest updates during an outage? Local radio broadcasts Northpower’s website Your neighbours Question Title * What affects the time it takes to restore power during a storm? Hospitals and other essential services are prioritised Dangerous working conditions like high winds or darkness make it unsafe for crews Difficulty accessing damaged areas due to fallen trees, flooding etc. All of the above Question Title * What’s the first thing you should do if you find you have no power in your home? Post in a community group Call all your friends Check your home switchboard and the outage map on the Northpower website Great work! This is a great time to make sure your home is ready for winter. Fill out your details below to go into our weekly draw for Mitre 10 vouchers, as well as the grand prize draw for a complete Winter Ready Prize Pack.Keep an eye on your inbox and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages - we’ll be drawing weekly voucher winners throughout June and July, and announcing the grand prize winner on 1 August 2026.Terms and conditions apply. Question Title * Please provide your name Question Title * Please provide your email address Question Title * Please provide your phone number By submitting this quiz and providing your details, you agree to receive occasional communications from Northpower, including safety tips and power-saving advice. We respect your privacy, promise never to spam you, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Enter the prize draw
