Build an emergency supply kit
Keep flashlights and extra batteries ready
Charge phones, power banks, and backup devices
Store enough drinking water
Keep nonperishable food on hand
Have a battery-powered or hand-crank radio
Know how to manually open garage doors and gates
Keep important documents in a waterproof container
Make a plan for medical devices and medications
Unplug sensitive electronics before an outage
Use surge protectors for valuable equipment
Keep cash available
Learn your utility company’s outage reporting process
Identify backup heating and cooling options
Keep blankets, warm clothing, and fans ready
Test generators safely outdoors only
Store fuel safely if using a generator
Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Plan for pets and infants
Keep emergency contact numbers accessible
Know where to go if you need shelter
Freeze water bottles to help preserve food
Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed during an outage
Practice your family communication plan
Review your insurance coverage
Inspect and trim trees near power lines
Prepare for road and traffic signal outages