Primary concerns are the potential loss of power, heat and telephone service and a shortage of supplies if storm conditions continue for more than a day. Weather radio to receive emergency information. These radios may be your only link to the outside. High energy food such as dried fruit or cereal bars.
Food requiring no cooking or refrigeration is best.
Fuel providers may not reach you for days after a severe storm. Do not try to walk to safety. As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to keep blood circulating and to stay warm. Shelter belts, properly laid out and oriented, are better protection for cattle than confining shelters such as sheds. Most animal deaths in winter storms are from dehydration.