Power outages can be especially dangerous for aquarium fish, as they rely on electrically powered equipment for filtration, aeration, and heating.
The impact of an outage depends greatly on your local climate and the season, which influences how quickly tank conditions can deteriorate.
The two most critical factors to manage during a power loss are temperature and dissolved oxygen.
Your main goal is to avoid drastic temperature changes and ensure there is enough oxygen in the water to keep your fish alive. Ideally, having a generator capable of powering your aquarium equipment is the best safeguard.
While generators can be expensive, it is worth comparing that cost to the potential loss of all your aquarium’s inhabitants - many of whom may have taken years to grow and thrive and you have loved.
But with a bit of preparation, you can help to reduce the risk of fish loss during power outages.
Chewy editorial team shares practical tips and planning strategies to help you protect your aquarium inhabitants when the power goes out.
