5 Tips to Prepare for the next Northeast Ohio Storm

2/26/2021 (Permalink)

Storms can be an inconvenience, but also a danger. Knowing what to do can be of help to you and your family. It’s as the Boy Scouts say ‘Be Prepared’! Here are some tips to help you this winter: 

1. Keep a close eye on the weather reports and warnings for winter storms 
2. Sign up for the local warning system. Such as the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). 
3. Equip your household to stay warm, install insulation, caulking, and weather stripping. Educate yourself about freezing pipes and how to avoid them. Fit carbon monoxide and smoke alarms into your home.
4. Collect the necessary needs for the home in the case of no power. Be sure to include what each person requires, especially medication. And don’t overlook pets! Keep spare batteries, primarily for radios and flashlights. If the budget allows, keep soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and other household cleaning supplies. 
5. Keep an emergency equipment kit for your car. Jumper cables, sand, flashlights, extra clothing, blankets, water, and food that will not go bad. 

While storms can be daunting, look them right in the face and tell them that you are not worried because you, like a boy scout, are prepared.