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Over 4,000 Americans die each year and 25,000 are injured in fires.
Power outages can be frustrating and troublesome when they last a short while, but they can be dangerous if they last days or longer - especially in very cold or hot weather, or for individuals with specialized medical needs.
A medical emergency is any acute injury or illness that poses an immediate risk to a person's life or long-term health.