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  1. Cold Weather Tips

Cold Weather Tips

  • Stockpile non-perishable food and water.
  • Refill prescription medications in advance of storms.
  • Fill your car with gas.
  • Charge your cell phones.
  • Have flashlights, batteries, a weather radio, and a manual can opener on hand.
  • A portable generator can come in handy when the lights go out, but take precautions to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and the batteries powering them are fresh.
  • Have a working fire extinguisher on hand for emergencies.
  • A chain saw can come in handy for removing broken limbs after an ice storm.