Winter storms could lead to power outages and keep you indoors for an extended period of time. Consider having at least these supplies on hand.
- Nonperishable food items (include foods which do not need to be cooked in case of a power outage)
- Water
- Extra blankets
- Specialty Items (medications, infant formula, personal hygiene items, etc.)
- Warm clothing
- Flashlights with extra batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Charged communications devices (external charger as well for those devices)
- Portable AM/FM/Weather radio and extra batteries
- Shovel/snow blower (as needed)
See a full list of supplies at Ready.gov.
While we encourage you to stay off the roads when possible during a winter storm, keep these supplies in your vehicle just in case you must travel or get caught during a storm.
- Blankets, gloves/mittens, warm hat, and boots
- First aid kit
- Cell phone charger
- Jumper cables
- Water and snacks
- Snow brush / shovel
- Kitty litter or sand (for traction)
- Tie rope
- Flashlight
- Full tank of gas when possible
- Spare tire