Restock your weather emergency kit before the pre-Christmas winter storm hits Michigan

With a storm looming, right now would be the perfect time to restock your emergency kits for your home or car.

According to experts, the pre-Christmas weekend storm that is approaching comes with the potential for power outages across Metro Detroit.

That said, it’s always a good idea to be prepared for the worst case scenario.

Winter safety tips: How to prepare as dangerous pre-Christmas storm approaches Michigan

Below is a checklist of items you should have on hand according to the Red Cross.

Survival kit checklist:

• Water: one gallon per person, per day (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home)
• Food: non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items (3-day supply for evacuation, 2-week supply for home)
• Flashlight
• Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible)
• Extra batteries (Similar item available in the Red Cross Store)
• Deluxe family first aid kit
• Medications (7-day supply) and medical items
• Multi-purpose tool
• Sanitation and personal hygiene items
• Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)
• Cell phone with chargers 
• Family and emergency contact information
• Extra cash
• Emergency blanket

If you have children or pets in your household, consider these for your checklist:

• Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, etc)
• Baby supplies
• Games and activities for children
• Pet supplies
• Two-way radios
• Extra set of car keys and house keys
• Manual can opener

Read: How to prepare for power outages during winter storms