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Old 08-12-2018, 09:44 PM #1
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Hello nearby fellow Floridian!

Last year during Hurricane Irma, we lost power for 7 long days. I contacted our insurance company to ask if a battery pack for my husbands CPAP machine would be covered and they quickly said no as it was not life sustaining, It was only for sleep apnea.

On an additional note, if you’re not already aware of it, we have a local MG support group that meets every other month here in downtown Orlando. Let me know if you’re interested.
Thanks Lisa,

I also use a CPAP and noticed that it actually runs on 12V out of the power brick that plugs into the wall. I picked up a deep cycle battery at Walmart for back-up. It's not portable but will run for days.

I'd certainly be interested in the group. I'm in Cocoa but don't mind the drive (unless the sun is warming me up too much).
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I will let you know about the next meeting, not sure if the next one is September or October (the meetings are on hold during the summer).

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If insurance won't help with costs, what about just a window air conditioner and a small portable generator, just big enough to run the ac? Then you can at least keep one room safe for you.
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