2009 Weather Watch
Supplies to Survive a Severe Snowstorm
If a snowstorm hits and your power goes out for a day - 3 days - a week, would you be prepared? Here are some things to think about storing up before the winter season hits.
- Lots of Long burning candles for continuous light
- Extra batteries, or rechargeable batteries with a solar charger
- Cards or games to entertain yourselves
- Store enough canned (or freeze dried) food for a week
- A week's supply of drinking water - that's one gallon, per person, per day
- Several extra-thick blankets for added warmth
- A battery-powered flashing beacon if you're camping
- A set of warm clothes and hats/gloves/boots for each family member
- Generators and extra fuel - stored safely away from house but still accessible in heavy snow
Also, check your equipment regularly. Test your generators and battery-powered devices. Make sure your home is well ventilated, with or without power - power outages knock out fireplace fans, too!
