When it’s bitter cold and the power goes out, here’s what matters most:
❄️ WINTER STORM & POWER OUTAGE CHECKLIST
🔥 HEAT FIRST
✔ Vented gas fireplace ready
✔ Extra blankets & warm layers
✔ Close off unused rooms
✔ CO detector with fresh batteries
🚫 Never use grills or charcoal indoors
⚡ POWER SMART
✔ Phones & devices fully charged
✔ UPS battery backup for:
• Computer
• TV
• Wi-Fi modem/router
✔ Generator (if you have one):
• Fuel ready
• Runs OUTSIDE ONLY
📶 STAY CONNECTED
✔ Battery radio
✔ Emergency contacts written down
✔ One phone on low-power mode
🧊 FOOD & WATER
✔ 3 days of easy food
✔ Bottled water
✔ Manual can opener
🚗 TRAVEL & HOME
✔ Gas tank at least half full
✔ Drip faucets to prevent freezing
✔ Bring pets indoors
🧠 REMEMBER
Heat > Light > Entertainment
Stay put. Stay warm. Check on neighbors.
Stay safe out there —
106.3 The Fox
