General Care Discussion :: Pls help - in NYC w out pwr

[marilynm]

I lost power + hot water after Sandy & have 2 young RES. I've been boiling water waiting for it to cool to 80ish for them periodically, but they have no heat light or UVB light so can't bask. I put them by a closed window so during the day they might catch SOME sun but I'm worried about the fact that they can't bask, so might have trouble metabolizing pellets & overnight their water cools to 70degrees. Any tips are appreciated. will check back hopefully cell keeps this charge for a while.

[steve]

I wouldn't worry about them not basking or having a UVB lamp for a few days. The main thing is to keep their temps steady, around 75-78F depending on their age and health. If you're feeding them pellets, check to see if it has vitamin d3 which will help in metabolizing calcium.

[Gracie Turts]

I can think of:
-maybe getting or using a back up battery you already have
-put towels/blankets over the tank to keep the heat in
-feed a little less than usual.

Sorry you're going this, but if it helps here's a funny second.

Q: Why are hurricanes normally named after women?

A: When they come they're wild and wet, but when they go they take your house and car with them.

[marilynm]

Thank you so much. Very reassuring. Hopefully we get power back soon. Thank you both again

[devilduck]

Take care, hopefully things will be back up and running for you guys soon!

[ignites]

Unfortunately putting your turtle near a window wont help since the necessary rays wont go through the windows/your tank. Its best to jsut try to keep the turtles warm and alive. No sun for a week or two will be fine imo for the turtle. It'll recovery, just keep them warm and fed !. Take care

[marilynm]

We made it!! Lights are back on! Thanks to everyone who responded.

[penelope]

Whoo Hoo!!!

[steve]

Yea! Looks like they didn't miss a beat.

[Gurgi's Mom]

Awesome! Great job!

[devilduck]

Good news!