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 Being safe in hazardous winter weather not only means taking the appropriate steps during the storm, but also having the right supplies beforehand. Waiting to stock up on supplies until a watch or warning is issued may result in those items being unavailable or the store being closed.
The checklist below provides some basic guidance on what to have in your home during the winter if you are forced to stay indoors or lose electricity.
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Disposable dishware: plates, bowls, utensils
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Specialty items: medications, infant formula
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Portable radio: AM/FM radio and batteries
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Warm clothing: hats, mittens, parkas, boots
- Extra blankets
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Matches: for candles and gas fireplaces
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Shovel/snow blower: check condition and maintenance
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Flashlights (extra batteries)
- First-Aid Kit
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Cellphone (fully charged)
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Firewood: Wood fireplaces
Here are a few additional action items to consider during the snowy season:
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Check and ensure smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly.
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Winterize homes by checking chimneys, insulating pipes, cleaning gutters, and gathering supplies.
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Winterize vehicles by checking tires, oil, battery, and antifreeze, and keeping a preparedness kit in the car.
For more information, visit our Emergency Public Health Preparedness website to access the multilingual preparedness resources.
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