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HOW TO

PREPARE

FOR A

WINTER

STORM

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

2 How to Prepare for

a Winter Storm

3 Now/Prepare

3 Stay Informed: Watches,

Warnings, and Emergency

Notiﬁcations

4 Emergency Supplies

5 Safety and Family

Communication Plan

6 Car Emergency Supply Kit

7 Protect Your Home

8 During/Survive

8 Travel Precautions

9 Cold Weather and

Your Health

10 After/Be Safe

10 Stay Safe and Healthy

Post-Storm

11 Additional Information

12 Myth/Facts

13 Winter Storm Checklist

14 Helplines

Introduction

Winter storms can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, ice, snow,

high winds, or a combination of all of these conditions. This guide

from FEMA is designed to help you properly prepare for a winter

storm and know how to protect yourself before, during, and after

one.

Planning and preparing can make a big difference in safety and

resiliency in the wake of a winter storm. The ability to maintain or

quickly recover following a winter storm requires a focus on

preparedness, advanced planning, and knowing what to do in the

event of a winter storm.

ready.gov/prepareFor more resources about winter storm risk, visit

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

How to Prepare for a Winter Storm

Winter storms can cause power outages that last for days. They can make roads and walkways extremely

dangerous and also negatively affect critical community services including public transportation, childcare,

and health programs. Injuries and deaths may occur from exposure, dangerous road conditions, carbon

monoxide poisoning, and other winter storm conditions. Be better prepared this winter, and learn more

at ready.gov/prepare.

Now/Prepare

Create and test emergency

communication plan(s).

Stock emergency supplies, and

install battery-powered or battery

backed-up carbon monoxide

detectors and smoke detectors.

Winterize your home. Visit this page

to help you prepare.

Review your property insurance, and

safeguard critical documents.

Get trained on speciﬁc needs your

family may have. Also, consider

joining your local Community

Emergency Response Team (CERT).

Identify a place nearby where you

can safely warm up should you lose

heat in your home.

During/Survive

Stay indoors and off the roads. If

you must drive, keep emergency

supplies in your car.

Close off rooms to consolidate and

retain heat.

Dress in layers, and use blankets to

stay warm.

Bring pets into a warm place and

out of the storm or severe cold.

Never use a generator, camp stove,

charcoal grill, or gasoline or

propane heater indoors, as these

items can start accidental ﬁres,

cause electric shock, and/or cause

deadly carbon monoxide poisoning.

Never heat a home with a cooktop

or oven.

Limit your time outdoors, and stay dry.

After/Be Safe

Only drive if necessary. Remove

snow and ice from your tailpipe

before starting your car, and

check regularly if idling. Clean

all snow and ice from your car

before driving.

Dress in warm clothing, stay

dry, prevent prolonged exposure

to cold and wind, and avoid

overexertion clearing/shoveling

snow. Overexertion can lead to

a medical emergency.

Monitor local news and alerts for

emergency information and

instructions.

ready.gov/prepare

Now/Prepare for a Winter Storm

STAY INFORMED: EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS

The National Weather Service (NWS) provides alerts and warnings for all hazards through a National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio (NWR) receiver. There are radio receivers that are designed to

work with external notiﬁcation devices for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. For more information on NWR

receivers, visit nws.noaa.gov/nwr/info/nwrrcvr.html.

Download Be Smart. Know Your Alerts and Warnings for a summary of

notiﬁcations at ready.gov/prepare.

Download the FEMA and American Red Cross apps on iOS or Android at no

cost. These apps may provide information about ﬁnding shelters, providing

ﬁrst aid, and seeking assistance for recovery. Search for the FEMA or

American Red Cross apps on your smartphone or other mobile devices.

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

Learn the differences between Advisories, Watches, and Warnings, which describe changing winter

weather conditions. Learning what these terms mean can help you understand how an approaching

storm may impact you and what actions to take to stay safe. Winter Weather related Advisories,

Watches, and Warnings are issued by your local National Weather Service ofﬁce and are based

upon local criteria.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

ADVISORY

Winter Weather Advisories are issued when snow, blowing snow, ice, sleet, or

a combination of these wintry elements is expected but conditions should not

be hazardous enough to meet Warning criteria. Be prepared for winter driving

conditions and possible travel difﬁculties. Use caution when driving.

WATCH

Winter Storm Watches are issued when conditions are favorable for a signiﬁcant

winter storm event. Heavy sleet, heavy snow, ice storms, blowing snow, or a

combination of these events are possible.

WARNING

Winter Storm Warnings are issued for a signiﬁcant winter weather event including

snow, ice, sleet, blowing snow, or a combination of these hazards. Travel will

become difﬁcult or impossible in some situations. Delay your travel plans until

conditions improve.

For a full list of winter weather Advisories, Watches, and Warnings criteria, please visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/

om/winter/ww.shtml

ready.gov/prepare

EMERGENCY

SUPPLIES

You may not be at home when the

storm starts, so it is important to

have basic supplies of food and

water as well as a way to stay warm

without power in several locations

such as your workplace, vehicle,

and/or school. You can build your

supplies over time by adding a few

items each week or month. Gather,

in advance, the necessary supplies

and items you will need to stay safe

after the winter storm passes. For a

complete list of emergency

supplies, visit www.ready.gov/kit.

Check these supplies off of your

Winter Storm Preparedness

Checklist once you add them to

your emergency kit, which appears

at the end of this document.

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION

Make sure you have everything you

will need to get in touch with your

family either through cellular phones

or email.

MEDICAL NEEDS

Be equipped to tend to any current or

unexpected medical conditions your

family members may have. Ask your

doctor about storing prescription

medication such as at least a three-

days’ supply of heart and blood

pressure medication, insulin for

diabetics, and other prescription

drugs such as inhalers for those with

asthma. Include battery backup

power for power-dependent mobility

devices, oxygen, and other assistive

technology needs.

CRITICAL DOCUMENTS

Place any important documents in a

sealed, waterproof container to keep

them dry and easily accessible.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

Now/Prepare for a Winter Storm

TOOLS AND SAFETY ITEMS

Small items like matches,

ﬂashlights, a multi-tool, pocket

knife, and a whistle (to signal for

help) can make a huge difference

for your family while weathering

a storm.

FOOD/SUPPLIES

Have at least a three-days’ supply

of non-perishable food and water

for your family. Remember to

store anything speciﬁc to your

family’s needs.

WARM CLOTHING & BLANKETS

Warm clothes and blankets can help

prevent hypothermia. Do not forget

warm, waterproof, and protective

footwear as well as gloves.

Ask yourself, “What would I need

for myself and my family if a winter

storm struck?” and “What would I

or my family require if we did not

have access to a grocery store or

pharmacy for at least three days?”

Add any of these speciﬁc items to

your Winter Storm Preparedness

Checklist.

ready.gov/prepare

WINTER STORMS CAN BE DECEPTIVE

KILLERS

The NWS refers to winter storms as “deceptive killers” because most

deaths and injuries are indirectly related to the storms. The majority of

deaths caused by winter storms are from vehicle accidents due to ice

and snow. Heart attacks brought on by over-exertion from shoveling or

clearing snow also increase during and after storms. Finally, individuals

also suffer dangerous injuries (e.g., frostbite and hypothermia) because

of exposure and lack of protection from the wind and cold.

Another signiﬁcant danger is sickness or death from carbon monoxide

poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur when using portable

generators indoors, in attached garages, too close to the house, or when

starting a vehicle without clearing snow and ice from the tailpipe.

Generators should be used only outdoors and should be located at least

20 feet away from doors, windows, and vents.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

Now/Prepare for a Winter Storm

CREATE YOUR

FAMILY EMERGENCY

COMMUNICATION PLAN

Before a storm hits, it is

important to know how you

will contact your family and

how you will get back together.

Remember, you might not always

have access to your cellular phone.

Keep important numbers written

down in your wallet in case you

cannot access the contact list in

your phone. Landline and cellular

phone systems are often

overwhelmed following a disaster,

so you may need to use text

messages and social media.

Designate an out-of-town contact

who can help your household

reconnect. Be sure to practice your

plan with your family. Get more

information by downloading

Be Smart. Create Your Family

Emergency Communication Plan

or visit ready.gov/make-a-plan.

ready.gov/prepare

BUILDING AN EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT FOR YOUR CAR

Road conditions during winter storms can be extremely dangerous. When storms are predicted, plan

to stay off of the roads. However, even when the road conditions are good, preparing and

maintaining your vehicle for cold weather will help keep your car dependable and reduce the

chances of being stuck on the road in cold weather. Once you pack your emergency supply kit for

your car, check off the items in your Winter Storm Preparedness Checklist.

WINTERIZE YOUR VEHICLE

During the fall, before winter

weather sets in, make sure you

or a mechanic completes a

winter weather check on your

vehicle by ensuring that the

following car components are

safely working:

•

Antifreeze levels

•

Battery and ignition system

•

Brakes

•

Exhaust system (carbon

monoxide is odorless and can

be fatal)

•

Fuel and air ﬁlters

•

Heater and defroster

•

Lights and ﬂashing hazard

lights

•

Oil

•

Thermostat

•

Windshield wiper equipment

•

Good winter tires

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit ready.gov/prepare

Now/Prepare for a Winter Storm

ACTIONS THAT REDUCE PROPERTY DAMAGE & PROVIDE PROTECTION

WINTERIZE YOUR HOME

by insulating walls and attics,

caulking and weather-stripping

doors and windows, and installing

storm windows or covering windows

with plastic.

INSULATE WATER PIPES.

Also, allow faucets to drip or trickle

during unusually cold weather or if

the power and heat are out to avoid

freezing. When water freezes, it

expands, and this can cause water

pipes to burst. Know how to shut off

water valves if a pipe bursts.

CLEAR RAIN GUTTERS,

repair roof leaks, check your roof to

make sure it can handle the extra

weight of the snow and ice, and cut

away tree branches that could fall on

a house or neighboring structure.

Keep pathways and driveways clear

between storms to avoid buildup

of snow piles and icing.

INSTALL BATTERY-OPERATED

CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

or electric detectors with battery

backups in central locations on

every level of your home. This

will provide an early warning of

accumulating carbon monoxide,

which is a colorless, odorless,

tasteless, and potentially

deadly gas.

HIRE A CONTRACTOR

to check the structural ability of

your roof to sustain unusually

heavy weight from the

accumulation of snow and/or ice.

KEEP FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

ON HAND

and make sure everyone in your home

knows how to use them. If your smoke

alarms get power from your home’s

electrical system (hardwired), make

sure the backup battery is replaced at

least once a year, so your alarms will

work during a power outage.

MAINTAIN HEATING EQUIPMENT

and chimneys by having them

cleaned and inspected every year by

a qualiﬁed professional.

Renters, either check with your

landlord or property manager to ensure

that they have taken care of these

necessary building improvements

or ﬁnd out your responsibilities

with respect to these actions.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

Now/Prepare for a Winter Storm

INSURANCE

Insurance claims are an important part of recovering from storm damage. Review your homeowners, renters, or

business insurance policies to ensure you have appropriate coverage for your property and personal belongings.

Photograph and inventory your property to assist with post-disaster claims.

FLOOD INSURANCE

Most property insurance policies do not cover ﬂood losses, so you will need to purchase separate ﬂood insurance if

your property is at risk for ﬂooding due to snowmelt. Talk to your insurance agent about buying ﬂood insurance.

Flood insurance is available for homeowners, renters, and business owners through the National Flood Insurance

Program in participating communities. Keep in mind that a policy purchased today will take 30 days to go into effect,

so act now. Learn how to protect yourself ﬁnancially from ﬂood damage by visiting FloodSmart.gov.

PETS

Don’t forget to make a plan for your pet too! To learn more tips, go to ready.gov/animals.

ready.gov/prepare

During/Survive a Winter Storm

STAY OFF THE ROAD

Federal Highway Administration

reports indicate that the risk of

vehicular accidents rises

sharply in winter weather

conditions. In an average year,

there are more than half a

million vehicle crashes when

the roads are snowy, slushy, or

icy, resulting in nearly 2,000

fatalities and 140,000 injuries.

Driving is very dangerous during and

immediately after a winter storm. Plan

to stay off the road when authorities

issue Advisories, Watches, and

Warnings.

ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY

If driving is necessary, ensure you

have emergency supplies of food,

water, warm clothing, and a full tank

of gas in case you are stuck in trafﬁc

or have an accident and have to wait

several hours for assistance. If

possible, travel during the day and do

not travel alone. Stay on main roads

and do not crowd the snowplows.

Let someone know your destination,

route, and expected arrival time.

If you become stranded in your car

on a major highway, remain in your

vehicle until help arrives. If you are

stranded on a more remote road,

use items around you to get

attention for help.

SNOW SHOVELING:

OVER-EXERTION AND INJURY

Nearly 100 people die every year

from heart attacks brought on by

shoveling snow.

Use caution, take

breaks, push the snow instead of

lifting it when possible, and lift

lighter loads. Consider clearing the

sidewalks of your elderly neighbors

or neighbors with disabilities.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

CAUTION: CARBON MONOXIDE KILLS

Each year, an average of 430 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning,

and there are more than

20,000 visits to the emergency room with more than 4,000 hospitalizations.

Carbon monoxide-related deaths are highest

during colder months. These deaths are likely due to increased use of gas-powered furnaces and alternative heating,

cooking, and power sources used dangerously indoors during power outages. NEVER use a generator, grill, camp stove, or

charcoal burning device inside or in any partially enclosed area; keep these devices at least 20 feet from doors, windows,

and vents. If your carbon monoxide alarm sounds, move quickly to a fresh-air location outdoors or by an open window or

door. From the fresh-air location call or text 9-1-1 for help, and remain there until emergency personnel arrive to assist you.

1 “ How Do Weather Events Impact Roads?” U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, last modiﬁed February 1, 2017, accessed April 11, 2017,

www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/q1_roadimpact.htm.

“Snow Shoveling Safety,” American Journal of Emergency Medicine, last updated January 2011, www.nationwidechildrens.org/cirp-snow-shoveling.

3 United States, Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Average Annual Number of Deaths and Death Rates from

Unintentional, Non-Fire Related Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, by Sex and Age Group United States, 1999-2010,” Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report 63, no. 3 (January

2014), 65.

4 United States, Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Frequently Asked Questions,” last

modiﬁed December 30, 2015, http://www.cdc.gov/co/faqs.htm.

ready.gov/prepare

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

During/Survive a Winter Storm

COLD WEATHER DANGERS

If you detect symptoms of frostbite, which is the freezing of the skin and body tissue beneath the skin,

in either yourself or another person, seek medical care IMMEDIATELY. Additionally, hypothermia occurs

when one’s body temperature drops to dangerously low levels, so, before addressing symptoms of

frostbite, ﬁrst determine whether you or someone else is showing signs of hypothermia.

UNDERSTANDING WIND CHILL

As the wind increases, your body is cooled at a faster rate, causing the skin

temperature to drop. This is why it sometimes “feels” colder than the

actual temperature. Wind chill is the temperature it “feels like” when you

are outside. The NWS provides a Wind Chill Chart to show the difference

between air temperature, and the perceived temperature, and the amount

of time until frostbite occurs.

SIGNS OF HYPOTHERMIA

•

Uncontrollable shivering

•

Memory loss, disorientation

•

Incoherence, slurred speech

•

Drowsiness

•

Apparent exhaustion

ﬁngers, toes, earlobes, face, and the

tip of the nose.

WHAT TO DO

If you detect symptoms of frostbite:

Cover exposed skin, but do not rub

the affected area in an attempt to

warm it up. Frostbite results in the

formation of ice crystals in the

tissue, and rubbing could damage

the tissue. Seek medical help

immediately. For more information,

visit the CDC’s page on frostbite

and hypothermia.

If you detect symptoms of

hypothermia:

•

Get the victim to a warm location.

•

Remove wet clothing.

•

Warm the center of the body ﬁrst

by wrapping the person in

blankets or putting on dry

clothing.

•

Give warm, non-alcoholic

beverages if the person is

conscious.

•

Take the person’s temperature.

If it is below 95°, seek medical

attention immediately.

WHAT TO WEAR

•

If you must go outside, wear several layers of loose-ﬁtting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of

heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water-repellent.

•

Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves.

•

Cover all of your body. Wear a hat and a scarf, covering your mouth to protect your face and to help prevent

loss of body heat.

ready.gov/prepareFor more resources about winter storm risk, visit

SIGNS OF FROSTBITE

Loss of feeling and white or pale

appearance in extremities, such as

frostbite

After/Be Safe

ROAD TO RECOVERY

After a winter storm, the road to recovery can be challenging.

It may take several weeks for clean-up and rebuilding.

•

If your home is damaged, no longer safe, and/or has lost power, you

may want to go to a designated public shelter. Text SHELTER + your ZIP

code (e.g., SHELTER 20472) to 43362 (FEMA) to ﬁnd the nearest shelter in

your area. Follow local media for information on shelters. You can

also ﬁnd a shelter near you by checking out the FEMA mobile app:

fema.gov/mobile-app.

•

Friends, family, and neighbors will likely be the ﬁrst to provide help.

Plan with neighbors now to help each other and share resources.

•

Nonproﬁt and faith-based organizations often provide support

immediately after a winter storm. If you or someone in your household has

a disability, an access or functional need, and receives disability services,

contact your local disability service provider for assistance.

•

Insurance is an essential part of recovery. If you have insurance, you may

receive ﬁnancial compensation for some of your losses. Take pictures to

document your damage, and ﬁle a claim as soon as possible. Do what you

can to prevent further damage (e.g., putting a tarp on a damaged roof)

because insurance may not cover damage that occurs after the winter storm.

•

The Federal Government provides assistance only when the President

declares an area to be a federal disaster. FEMA may provide ﬁnancial

assistance for basic needs that cannot be met by other sources. The U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Small Business

Administration, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture may also provide

disaster assistance.

Insurance claims and other forms of assistance may take time to arrive, and,

if you are missing key documents, additional delays are possible.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

LEARN FROM EVERY STORM

Restock your emergency supplies to be ready in case another storm hits.

Assess how well your supplies and family plan worked. What could

you have done better?

Take a few minutes to improve your family plan and supplies before the

next winter storm hits.

Talk to your neighbors and colleagues about their experiences and share

tips with each other.

ready.gov/prepare

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

The following resources and websites can help you further prepare for, respond to, and recover

from a winter storm.

CDC Winter Prevention Guide:

http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/guide.asp

Winter Driving Tips:

https://one.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa/tips/winter/index.html

Winter Storms...The Deceptive Killers:

www.nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/resources/Winter_

Storms2008.pdf

Winter Weather Watches, Advisories, and Warnings :

www.weather.gov

American Red Cross, Repairing Your Flooded Home:

www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/

m4340135_ﬁle_cont333_lang0_150.pdf

RELATED WEBSITES

FEMA Mobile App: fema.gov/mobile-app

FEMA Winter Weather: www.ready.gov/winter-weather

American Red Cross Flood Safety:

http://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-

emergencies/types-of-emergencies/ﬂood

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA):

www.fema.gov

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA):

www.noaa.gov

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

http://emergency.cdc.gov/winter/index.asp

U.S. Fire Administration Winter Fire Safety (USFA):

www.usfa.fema.gov/winter

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services

Administration Disaster Technical Assistance Center:

www.samhsa.gov/dtac.

Para obtener información y recursos en español visite

https://community.fema.gov/?lang=es

ready.gov/prepareFor more resources about winter storm risk, visit

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TEST YOUR WINTER STORM PREPAREDNESS KNOWLEDGE

MYTH: Preparing for disasters is

time consuming and expensive.

FACT: Signing up for local

alerts and warnings is free.

Many preparedness apps are

also free.

FACT: Your home may already

contain emergency kit items.

FACT: You can purchase items

for an emergency kit, and

assemble it over time.

FACT: Having an adequate

emergency supply of food and a

communication plan can be of

beneﬁt no matter the hazard.

MYTH: My homeowners

insurance should cover

everything if an emergency

winter storm affects me.

FACT: This is not always the

case. Check your insurance

policy, and consult your

insurance agent.

FACT: Standard homeowners

insurance does not cover

ﬂood damage.

MYTH: In an emergency, only

ﬁrst responders need to know

what to do.

FACT: Everyone needs to know

what to do before, during, and

after a winter storm to protect

themselves, their families, and

their neighbors.

FACT: First responders may not

reach you for hours or days after

a winter storm strikes. Everyone

needs to know what to do to

stay safe.

MYTH: If I have an emergency

kit packed, I am prepared for any

emergency, including a severe

winter storm.

FACT: Emergency preparedness

requires more than a kit.

FACT: Having a family

communication plan, signing up

for alerts and warnings, and

knowing what to do are also

important.

FACT: Many emergencies

require knowledge of what to do

to protect yourself.

ready.gov/prepareFor more resources about winter storm risk, visit

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit

WINTER STORM PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST

The right time to prepare for a winter storm is now. This checklist will help get you started. Make sure to include your entire

family in the preparation, and discuss your emergency plan with them. Then, post this checklist in an easily accessible location

so it is always close by. Every family is different, so when you ﬁll this out, be sure to consider your family’s speciﬁc needs.

BEFORE A WINTER STORM

Stock your emergency kit for

sheltering with:

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION

Important contact information for

family, school, work, doctors, etc.,

including phone numbers and

email addresses

Cellular phone, extra battery, and

chargers for electrical equipment

AM/FM radio/NOAA weather

radio (extra batteries)

_____________________________________

MEDICAL NEEDS

Medications, plans for

refrigeration for at least one week,

and copies of prescriptions

Extra eyeglasses/contact lens

Medical equipment/assistive

technology and backup batteries

First aid kit

_____________________________________

CRITICAL DOCUMENTS

Photo ID (e.g., driver’s license,

passport)

Cash and credit cards

Personal records (e.g., birth

certiﬁcates, marriage certiﬁcates)

Medical records

Financial information (e.g., bank

account or credit card

information)

Property records (e.g., insurance

policies, deed, or lease)

Waterproof, portable container for

important documents

_____________________________________

TOOLS & SAFETY ITEMS

Flashlight

Multi-tool

Matches or lighter in waterproof

container

Local Map

Fire Extinguisher

Bag of sand or cat litter

Shovel

_____________________________________

FOOD/SUPPLIES

At least a three-day supply of non-

perishable food; if possible, stock

for a week or more for sheltering

At least a three-day supply of

water (1 gal per person per day), if

possible stock for a week or more

for sheltering

Infant formula and diapers

Pet food, supplies, and extra water

_____________________________________

HYGIENE & SANITATION

Soap/disinfectant/sanitizer

Paper towels/moist towelettes

Toilet paper

Bleach

Toothbrush and toothpaste

_____________________________________

PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING

Extra warm clothes

Sturdy shoes

Blankets or sleeping bags

(sleeping bags should be labeled

for low temperatures)

Snow gear including gloves

_____________________________________

CAR EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT

Cellular phone charger

First aid kit

Jumper cables

Flares

Whistle

Water, snacks

Full tank of gas

Flashlight

Tow rope

Boots, mittens, warm clothes

Blanket

Shovel

Ice scraper, snow brush

Snow traction mats and bags of

sand or cat litter (cat litter helps

with the tire traction)

Tire chains or snow tires

_____________________________________

COMFORT & PRICELESS ITEMS

Items like: books, puzzles, favorite

stuffed toy, photo albums, valuables

_____________________________________

ready.gov/prepareFor more resources about winter storm risk, visit

DURING A WINTER STORM

When a winter storm watch or warning is issued, it is important to stay informed.

Tune in to channels: ______________________________________________________________________

Check for alerts on Apps:

_______________________________________________________________

FEMA App

In case of an emergency, know where to go and how to get there.

e evacuation route:

___________________________________________________________________

The closest warming shelter is: ________________________________________________________

Meet family at: ____________________________________________________________________________

Make sure to have these important numbers with you:

Family member’s name:

________________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Family member’s name: ________________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Local contact’s name: ___________________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Out-of-state contact’s name: ___________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Primary physician’s name: ______________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Hospital’s phone #: _______________________________________________________________________

Insurance company’s phone #:

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HELPLINES

FEMA’s helpline: 1-800-621-FEMA

TTY: 1-800-4627585

VRS: 1-800-621-3362

RedCross’s helpline:

1-800-733-2727

For more information, email us at prepareathon@fema.dhs.gov,

or join the conversation online at #Prepareathon.

For more resources about winter storm risk, visit ready.gov/prepare

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