![]() Check with your local authorities or call 2-1-1 to find locations of warming centers or shelters near you or for other storm-related questions.Call 9-1-1 to report emergencies, including downed power lines and gas leaks.Continue to monitor media for emergency information.Keep the gas tank at least half-full and have a Winter Emergency Car Kit in the trunk. Ensure your vehicle is ready for safe winter driving.Ensure you have sufficient heating fuel and consider safe backup heating options such as fireplaces or woodstoves.Install storm windows or cover windows with plastic from the inside to provide insulation. Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows to keep cold air out. Make sure your home is properly insulated.Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected every year.Ensure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working and have fresh batteries.Melting snow and ice can build up if gutters are clogged with debris. Clear clogged rain gutters to allow water to flow away from your home.Remove dead or rotting trees and branches around your home that could fall and cause injury or damage.Prepare your home for possible emergencies.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and learn how to use it safely before an outage. Consider purchasing a generator to provide power during an outage.If you’ll need assistance during an outage, talk to family, friends & your support network. If your medical equipment uses electricity, talk to health care providers, utility company & your personal support network for options during a power outage.Fully charge your cellphone, laptop, and other electronic devices before a storm if power outages are expected. ![]() Follow instructions from public safety officials. ![]() Add seasonal supplies to your emergency kit, such as extra winter clothing and blankets.
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