Michiana is expected to have severe weather Wednesday evening. There are a few things you can do now to prepare for power outages.

• Plug in your cell phone and laptop, remember you can often use your laptop to charge your phone.
• Have flashlights ready, with extra batteries in the correct size.
• A battery operated radio and alarm clock is useful.
• Have some bottled water handy.
• Well owners should also fill an extra bucket.
• Download the ABC57 News App to stay informed when the power is out.

We also have a few tips in-case the power does go out.

• A full freezer, with the door closed should be ok for 48 hours, a half full freezer for 24 hours.
• Meats and dairy that get to about 40 degrees should be thrown out.
• Make sure your appliances, especially the stove are turned off, for when the power comes back on.
• Keep generators outside to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. 

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