Ahead of the storm moving in, the best thing you can do is gather your supplies early in order to stay off of the roads through the majority of the event. Heavy rains, ice and snow can leave the roads slick and make driving anywhere dangerous.

If you haven’t already invested in one, get a weather radio. While this can help you year-round, winter storms commonly knock the power out. Check your other emergency supplies as well so you are ready to spend time indoors over the next few days.

In an emergency kit, you should have batteries, flashlights and plenty of first-aid supplies. If you have a fireplace, gather up wood for burning or make sure your pilot light is on and everything is working well so that you can warm the house up. Gather up blankets and sleeping bags as well. It may be time for a family indoor campout!

If things get really cold long-term, you may need to consider alternate places to stay. Check in with your loved ones before a storm strikes to make sure everyone has a way to stay safe. Warming shelters typically open around the community—keep an eye on local news stations to find a place to go and get warmed up during the day or even overnight.