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- Flashlights (head-lamps and battery-powered lanterns allow for hands-free operation)
- Candles (enclosed in glass mantle for safety)
- Battery powered and/or hand-crank radio (NOAA weather station capable is best)
- Extra batteries (for flashlights, radio, essential electronics)
- Important family and emergency contact information (written down on paper, in case cell phones/electronic contact list is unavailable)
- Stock ready-to-eat, non-perishable, no-cook foods
- Stock emergency water supplies (one gallon, per person, per day) in case local well or city water systems are unavailable)
- Stock wood for wood-stove/fireplace
- Keep cell phones charged
- Be familiar with location and operation of your indoor breaker panel (complete with labels) to reset circuit breakers if necessary
- Know how to manually open your garage door
- Have a family safety plan, including how/where to evacuate if necessary and where to meet
- Purchase ice - to surround food with in the cooler or refrigerator or freezer
- Keep a digital thermometer handy to quickly ensure food is cold enough to eat safely (less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit)
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