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(BPT) – Are you ready if a blizzard hit tomorrow? While smaller snowstorms certainly create a level of frustration for homeowners, large storms require preparation to stay safe and comfortable. Families don’t want to be caught off guard in the event of a large snowstorm. Finding yourself unprepared and without power can be a dangerous predicament.<\/p>\n
A loss of power can reduce your access to water, food and light. Follow the tips below and you’ll be ready to weather any snow event!<\/p>\n
* Have at least three days’ worth of water.<\/p>\n
* Have a supply of flashlights and batteries on hand.<\/p>\n
* Have a portable grill or camping stove at the ready to prepare food.<\/p>\n
* Purchase nonperishable food.<\/p>\n
* Move perishable items into a cooler that can be packed with snow to keep them fresh.<\/p>\n
* Pretreat areas outside your home with a bag of ice salt before the storm hits. <\/p>\n
Winterizing your home is another step you can take to prepare for winter storms. Checking that your house is ready to withstand a winter storm is crucial. Review the checklist below to ensure that you stay warm and dry.<\/p>\n
* Make sure to clean out your gutters and patch any holes in your roof.<\/p>\n
* Check for cracks around your door! Use silicone caulk to fill in any gaps larger than a credit card.<\/p>\n
* Clean out your chimney and secure a pile of firewood.<\/p>\n
Beyond securing the necessities and winterizing your home, there are a number of tools that work even when your power doesn’t! Below are the tools that can make dealing with a large accumulation of snowfall much more pleasant.<\/p>\n
* A battery-powered snow thrower to clean off the driveway. Greenworks Tools 60V 20″ Snow Thrower<\/a> will get the job done and eliminate the noise and hassles of dealing with fossil-fuel options. <\/p>\n * A generator that provides portable power can also be of great use in charging cell phones or other essential electronics.<\/p>\n