What To Do Right Now Before Hurricane Sandy Comes To Town

Hurricane Sandy is slated to make an impact on Connecticut as early as Sunday night.

There are a few steps you can take right now to be prepared for a major storm, especially if the power goes out in your area:

• Get the Patch app on your phone to stay updated with all news, updates and emergency notifications. The free app for your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad can be downloaded here.
• Go to www.ct.gov/ctalert and sign up for the alerts in your town.
• Charge all of your electronics.
• Fill your car with gasoline (gas stations may be closed after the storm).
• If you don't have them already, purchase batteries, a battery-operated radio, and flashlights.
• Get extra medications and/or refills for all families members filled now at the pharmacy.
• Stock up on any baby items such as formula and diapers.
• Have plenty of drinking water for all members of the family.  Fill extra containers now from the tap. If you have a well, fill an extra bathtub with water.
• Have sufficient non-perishable food on hand.
• Go now to the ATM or bank and get some cash (banks may be closed after the storms and ATMs may be empty and will not function in power outages).
• Store or take in the garage or basement all outside furniture including chairs, umbrellas, tables, toys, etc.