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Step 1
Take weather alerts and warnings seriously. Blizzards are predictable and your local weather station is your best source for blizzard warnings.
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Step 2
Create a disaster plan, and make sure every family member knows what to do. Go over the plan once a month during the winter and practice the plan.
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Step 3
Have an emergency blizzard kit ready at all times. Have it loaded with non-perishable food, jugs and bottles of water, flashlights, batteries, blankets, coats and other warm clothing and a first-aid kit. Have enough supplies to last each family member a few days. Keep the kit in a safe, accessible area of the house.
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Step 4
Gather tools like shovels and other equipment used for snow removal. Leave them inside your garage or back door so you have access to them after the blizzard.
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Step 5
Plan for an alternate source of heat if you rely on electricity for heating and cooking. Power outages are very common during blizzards and may remain out for a few days. Back up generators are great for powering a few appliances, but make sure you have enough gas to run it.
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Step 6
Charge all cell phones before a blizzard. Cell phones can still work during a power outage and may be your only line of communication.
