Thousands of users reacted with surprise to a simple tutorial that proposes an alternative for energy emergencies. A video posted on the Facebook account “Jennifer’s Cookbook” has caught the attention of thousands of users by sharing an ingenious method for creating a homemade candle that can last up to 10 days. The post, which quickly went viral, explains how, with common household items, it is possible to improvise a light source in emergency situations, such as a power cut.
According to the post, the procedure requires only five materials: a small glass, rice, water, oil and a cotton swab.
The method consists of placing three tablespoons of rice in the glass, adding water and then three tablespoons of oil. Then a cotton bud is cut, leaving the cotton part facing upwards, which acts as a wick. When lit, this simple combination can provide light for approximately 10 days, as explained in the video.
The post generated a notable impact on social networks, accumulating thousands of views and “likes”. Likewise, comments from users were not long in coming. Many expressed their amazement at the creativity of the method, while others shared their own experiences and advice related to homemade solutions for emergencies.
“What a discovery, our parents and grandparents already did this”, ‘It looks similar to the paraffin lamps that were used in the countryside before’ and ‘Thanks for the recipe, it’s a 10’ are some of the messages in the comments section of the post.
The video not only aroused interest because of its practical usefulness, but also because of the simplicity of the materials needed, all of which are accessible in most homes. This makes it a viable alternative for those seeking to be prepared for possible power outages.
In a context where power cuts can be frequent in some regions, methods like this represent an affordable and accessible alternative to deal with these situations. Domestic creativity and ingenuity, combined with the dissemination capacity of social networks, continue to demonstrate their potential to improve people’s daily lives.
The household appliance that should always be unplugged during a power cut
It is the refrigerator, one of the fundamental appliances for the proper functioning of any home, as it keeps food and drinks in an optimal state for consumption. However, due to the characteristics of its wiring, motors and circuits, it is the appliance that could suffer the most damage in the event of an unexpected and prolonged power outage.
Most people do not unplug the refrigerator after a power outage. Although it may seem like harmless behavior, it is a mistake that could be very costly because these appliances suffer the most from sudden surges and drops in voltage. For that reason, in the event of a power outage, the most important thing is to disconnect it from the power and only reconnect it when the service is restored.
In fact, the first thing to do is to check that the power cut has not been caused by a trip in the circuit breaker. If that is the case, all you have to do is flip the switch to restore the electricity to your home. However, if the interruption comes from the service provider and there is no clear forecast of when it will return, it is best to take action.
Keeping the refrigerator door closed will help it to keep the cold inside for longer. The problem with this appliance in relation to power cuts is that, if it is left plugged in, it can damage the compressor. When the power comes back on, the motor will try to cool down the entire contents quickly, which could overload the system to the point of permanent damage. Unplugging it will not only ensure that the appliance continues to work when the service is reactivated, but will also improve the preservation of the food stored inside.
