I've been reading threads about lost systems from the recent power outages out east and various storms that have knocked out power for portions of the country. Several of the threads, the posters had large systems or several systems running. One had admitted to losing over $10k in livestock in their thread.

First let me say that my heart goes out to you if you are in one of these situations. I feel terrible for your loss and the suffering of your livestock.

But after thinking more about this, I have to ask...is it irresponsible to not have fail safes in place to automatically (even if you are on vacation) provide the necessary life support for your reef?