If there are infants or people who need special medication at home, make sure you have a supply of the proper food and medicine. Make sure pets and animals have shelter and a water supply. If appropriate, check your supply of heating fuel. Fuel carriers may not be able to reach you due to closed roads. Be careful when using fireplace, stoves, or space heaters.
Proper ventilation is essential to avoid a deadly build-up of carbon monoxide.
Don't use charcoal inside as it gives off large amounts of carbon monoxide. Keep flammable material away from space heaters and do not overload electric circuits. Dress for the conditions when outdoors. Outer garments should be tightly woven, waterproof and hooded. For the hands, mittens, snub at the wrists, offer better protection than fingered gloves.