Abstract

A power strip may automatically disconnect a wired connection in response to received weather alert data based on a configuration file including one or more user preference settings. The power strip may include a receiver for a National Weather Service Specific Area Message Encoding system message including an alert type. The power strip may process the message and disconnect a wired connection based on the preference settings. A timer function may also define a time period that the power strip monitors its receiver for weather alert data and automatically disconnects and reconnects the wired connections.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 27/00 - Alarm systems in which the alarm condition is signalled from a central station to a plurality of substations
• G01W 1/16 - Measuring atmospheric potential differences, e.g. due to electrical charges in clouds
• G06F 1/26 - Power supply means, e.g. regulation thereof