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How to Prepare for a Blizzard

Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Related Tags: kit | outages | blizzards | flashlights | candles
 

Instructions

  • Step 1:
    Take weather alerts and warnings seriously. Blizzards are predictable and your local weather station is your best source for blizzard warnings.
  • Step 2:
    Create a disaster plan, and make sure every family member knows what to do. Go over the plan once a month during the winter and practice the plan.
  • Step 3:
    Have an emergency blizzard kit ready at all times. Have it loaded with non-perishable food, jugs and bottles of water, flashlights, batteries, blankets, coats and other warm clothing and a first-aid kit. Have enough supplies to last each family member a few days. Keep the kit in a safe, accessible area of the house.
  • Step 4:
    Gather tools like shovels and other equipment used for snow removal. Leave them inside your garage or back door so you have access to them after the blizzard.
  • Step 5:
    Plan for an alternate source of heat if you rely on electricity for heating and cooking. Power outages are very common during blizzards and may remain out for a few days. Back up generators are great for powering a few appliances, but make sure you have enough gas to run it.
  • Step 6:
    Charge all cell phones before a blizzard. Cell phones can still work during a power outage and may be your only line of communication.

Tips & Warnings

  • Use flashlights rather than candles during power outages. Candles can easily start a fire and with the roads blocked by snow and debris, your house can be destroyed before a fire truck can reach it.

How to Prepare for a Blizzard Provided by eHow.com
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