When you're navigating through a major blizzard or hurricane, or another kind of event, prepping for potential power outages can relieve you of much anxiety.

• Keep your mobile phone changed, your gas tank filled, and carbon monoxide detectors with a battery backup on each level of your home.
• Keep a three-day supply of no-perishable food on hand and at least one gallon of water per person per day.
• Have a Plan B for family members who need electricity for medical reasons.

• Layer up to maintain body heat.
• Gather in one room with blankets, ideally a smaller one with few windows.
• Minimize drafts. Use rolled-up towels to lessen drafts around windows ...