Preparedness Tips
1. Prepare for severe weather. Make sure you have the necessary supplies to handle flash floods, tornadoes, and snowstorms, as well as ways to stay safe and protect your home during these events.
Be sure to prepare for extreme weather conditions, including tornadoes, floods and extreme cold. Have an emergency kit at home and in your car with basic supplies, such as food, water, flashlights, blankets, and first aid supplies. Stay informed of weather alerts and have a plan to shelter in place or to evacuate if necessary.
Be sure to prepare for extreme summer heat, heavy snowfall in winter, and severe thunderstorm systems throughout the year. Have an emergency evacuation plan in place, stock up on non-perishable food, and make sure you have the proper safety gear. Make sure you stay up to date on weather forecasts and be prepared for anything!
Take advantage of the seasons to prepare. During spring and summer, stock up on food and supplies that you may need during colder months. Be sure to have a plan in place for extreme weather conditions, such as an emergency kit, so that you can be ready for anything that may come your way.
Plan for a variety of weather conditions. The Midwest has climates ranging from cold, snowy winters to hot, humid summers, so it’s important to be prepared for anything. Stock up on a variety of cold weather and warm weather clothes, blankets and other necessities. Plan for winter storms and flooding in the spring. Learn what to do in the event of a tornado, and have a plan in case you need to evacuate.
It’s important to make sure you always have an emergency kit prepared with supplies such as a flashlight, batteries, a first aid kit, warm clothing, food and bottled water. Additionally, make sure to keep extra fuel and emergency cash on-hand in case of a power outage or natural disaster. Finally, keep emergency contact numbers easily accessible and program them into your cell phone in case of emergency.