On 16 Dec 2006 09:14:48 -0800, "
wrote:

Saw a post recently where somene tried heating their home during a
power outage by snaking a garden hose thru home connected to their hot
water tank, dumping the presumedly cool water in their bathtub and

Why would the water be cool? Unless the WH is broken it will be hot.

But a hose won't radiate much heat. Better to stop the tub and run
the shower until the tub is 3/4 full. The steam will humidify the air
in the house and give a much greater feeling of comfort than the heat
from the same amount of water.



Of course, if you're indoors, have food, and wearing appropiate
clothes, it would have to be well below zero before you're actually
in any danger, or even particular discomfort. Put on a hat that
covers your ears, a scarf, light gloves, and better socks.