Home:
1.  Food - if there is a loss of electrical power, make certain that home
food pantries are well stocked with food items that can be consumed without
cooking. Bottled water (for drinking and bathing).
Oil lanterns - used only per manufacturer's recommendations. Do not use
gasoline as a fuel. Have non-electrical can openers on hand. Hand Sanitizer

2.  Refrigerator - use the refrigerator at a minimum, in order that food
items are kept cool. Keep door closed when not using, and open for only open
brief periods. Caution children regarding frequent refrigerator use. It is
possible, with proper use; refrigerated items may last a few days without
spoilage.

3.  Wood that has been properly aged, for the fireplace. Make certain that
chimneys and flues have been inspected within the past year. When using
fireplaces and space heaters, make certain you follow the manufacturer's
recommendations, and make sure they are properly vented to the outside. This
also applies to gas generators and charcoal grills, camp stoves, or other
gasoline/charcoal-burning devices inside the home. Do not use gas ovens or
stoves to heat the home.
Do not wear loose or flowing gowns or clothes near open space heaters.

4.  Use battery powered flash lights or lanterns to light the home instead
of candles. If candles are used, never leave them unattended and supervise
children and elderly around open flames.

5.  Weather insulated socks and gloves. These can be obtained from almost
any hardware store or super shopping center. Multi-layered clothing.

6.  Don't forget to have your fire-extinguishers handy, and that you have
the proper number strategically placed in areas within your home and garage.

7.  Emergency contact information posted on or near telephones. Physician,
hospital, Poison Control numbers, etc. are posted in a convenient place.

Elderly Relatives (living alone):
1.  Be certain to look in on the elderly, or at minimum, telephone to make
certain they are safe.

2.  Make sure furnaces and appliance are working properly; or evacuate if
necessary. Make sure that there is enough food, water, etc. available to
last a number of days.

3.  Provide plenty of flashlights, warm clothing; particularly socks for
feet and gloves for hands, along with outer clothing. Toiletries/hand
sanitizer, glasses/contacts.

4.  Make sure cell phones are in working order, and that batteries are on
full charge. Make sure that medicines are up to date and available. Have
Emergency Contact information posted on refrigerator door (i.e. 911
Emergency, Hospital, doctor, home health nurse, elder care services,
cook/housekeeper, numbers of available relatives and neighbors).

5.  Notify reliable neighbors that elders are staying at the home.

Pets:
1.  Make certain that pets are kept in a survivable, and warm environment
2.  Make certain that your pets have plenty of food and water to maintain
good health. Check with your local Veterinarian for additional information
for any other needs your pet may have.


Automobiles/other vehicles:
1.  Make certain that you've had your vehicle properly winterized (i.e.
tires properly inflated per manufacturer's specifications, belts, hoses,
lights, turn signals, heater, windshield wipers and windshield washer
fluid), and that everything is in proper working order.

2.  Blankets, flashlights, Emergency Road Kit/First Aid Kit.

3.  Have available 'HELP' Emergency Signage for front and rear windows of
vehicle. Don't forget the tape.

4.  As a precaution, remember to fill your gas tank. This will help avoid
ice forming in the tank and fuel lines.

5.  Never leave a motor vehicle running inside a garage attached to the
home, even if the garage door is left open. Better still, never sit in a
vehicle that is warming up inside a garage (attached or unattached). Carbon
Monoxide is a real killer.

6.  If car becomes stuck when driving, be sure to crack open a window for
ventilation, in case the exhaust system (and pipe) becomes blocked with
snow, etc.

7.  Signal flare/glow sticks.
8.  Shovel/gloves.
9.  Ice melting chemical or sand.
10. Hand sanitizer.

Prepare a Family Disaster Supply Kit:
1.  Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio.
2.  Flashlight with extra batteries.
3.  Blankets, pillows, sleeping bags.
4.  Food (ready to eat canned or packaged/manual can opener.
5.  Signal flare/glow sticks.
6.  Important numbers.
7.  Extra warm clothing.