In New England they say a good ole' fashioned Nor'easter could be on the way. What? It is only October...Not even Halloween. Tonight we talk about winter preps. Things you should have in your car and options for your home in the event of power loss or other snow related issues.

In the car examples
shovelwindshield scraper and/or small broomflashlight with extra batteriesbattery powered radiowatersnack food including energy bars, things like raisins and mini candy barsmatches and small candlesextra hats, socks and mittensFirst aid kit with pocket knifeNecessary medicationsblankets or sleeping bagtow chain or roperoad salt, sand, or cat litter for tractionbooster cablesemergency flares and reflectorsfluorescent distress flag and whistle to attract attentionCell phone adapter to plug into lighter
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