Establish meeting places and phone numbers in case   household members are separated.

Identify an out of state contact to call during a major disaster or emergency.

Prepare and keep up to date disaster supply kits for your home and vehicle.

Teach all members of the household when, where, and how to turn off utilities. Have any necessary tools handy.

If you have children in school, make sure you understand the emergency plans and expectations at the school.

Preplan alternate transportation routes to important destinations.

Keep at least a half-tank of gas in your vehicle at all times. Remember, gas stations rely on electricity to power their pumps.           

Know ahead of time what you should do to help family, friends, or neighbors who are elderly or have special needs.

Make sure you’re dealing with credible sources before providing credit card numbers, social security numbers and other personal information to people or organizations on the internet. Use anti-virus software and regularly download security protection updates.