Winter can be a beautiful time of the year, however if not properly prepared you may find yourself in an uncomfortable situation or worse putting you or your loved ones in a dangerous situation. Regardless of the severity of a winter storm, you should be prepared in order to remain safe during a winter storm.
Emergency Kits
The first step everyone should take to prepare for Winter Weather is to create or purchase two emergency kits. One for your home and one for your vehicle.
When assembling a Home Emergency Kit, base the contents of your kit on what you and your family will need during an extended power outage or not being able to leave your home due to severe weather conditions. You will likely have all sorts of things in your home right now that would serve you well in an emergency, with a few additions and some organization, you'll have a functional kit that meets you and your family's needs. Here are a few websites with lists of recommended Home Emergency Supply Kit contents: