Typically, it's not so great an idea to start getting ready for winter storms during the winter season. No, it's generally a better practice to have all of your ducks in a row leading up to the cold season.

Below, Geneverse goes over a few ways to get ready for winter weather as the Fall season gets underway in an effort to help our customers and readership stay prepared.

Pay Attention to Your Local Weather Forecast

One big way to prepare for winter storms is to listen to (or watch) your local weather forecast. This will help you stay informed and avoid being caught by surprise.

Keeping a clear line of communication in your household regarding weather events and possible outages will help everyone in your family stay prepared and remain ready to respond to any situation.

Break Out Your Warm Clothes

Many folks out there enjoy the winter season because they get to bust out their winter wardrobes.

Wool socks and snow boots are a must for certain areas of the country, while areas like Southern California may not have to take such measures. If you live in a cold area it's also a good idea to have a reliable heavy coat, thermal base layers, powder pants, and a warm cap that covers your ears.

You'll want clothing, footwear, and accessories that are designed to stay dry and keep you from the cold.

Have Back-Up Sources of Light and Heat

Having secondary sources of light and heat are crucial for surviving winter storms and power outages.

Secondary sources of light include:

• Kerosene lanterns
• Candles
• Battery-powered flashlights
• Headlamps
• Solar powered yard lights

Secondary sources of heat include:

• Wood-burning stoves
• Propane and kerosene heaters
• Catalytic heaters
• Back-up generators (solar or gas)

Keep your secondary sources of light and heat in a safe, easily identifiable place. Make sure that everyone in your household knows where these items are.

Stock Up on Food and Water

Severe winter weather might bring about power outages or even road closures. This is why it is essential to have a good supply of food and water on site. Keep plenty of nonperishable food items in your pantry, items like canned meat, soups, chili, and savory vegetables. 

Try to select nonperishable foods that are high in calories -- which are essential for performing necessary functions. In an emergency, it is beneficial to eat foods high in calories, which will help you perform and recover from any emergency-related work you have to do.

Once you start stocking up on food and water, you may not know when to stop. Having a 30-90 day supply of food should do the trick for just about any occasion. As far as water goes, having anywhere from a 30-90 day water supply should be sufficient.

Back-up Power Source

Having a back-up power source is a real game changer when you're experiencing extreme weather, which can often result in being snowed in as well as accompanying power outages.

Sure, a gas-powered generator can get the job done, but you'll have to worry about toxic fume emissions and you'll have to make sure you keep a good supply of gas on site -- you don't have to have to fill up during a snowstorm. 

A solar generator is really worth its weight in gold during extreme weather events and outages. You can charge via wall outlet, your vehicle, or by solar panels. You can use a solar generator indoors and outdoors without having to worry about carbon monoxide emissions, which end up taking the lives of no less than 400 lives per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Choosing the Right Solar Generator

Not all solar generators are created equal. Here at Geneverse, we craft green energy solutions that power your life, rain, snow, or shine. We provide products that can power your entire household as well as portable products that are ready to work through any pinch you might find yourself in. 

Being prepared for extreme weather will increase your confidence. You'll find yourself worrying less about what could potentially happen after taking actionable measures planning what you'll do when the unexpected hits. 

That's what Geneverse is all about -- helping individuals and households obtain peace of mind by providing reliable, renewable energy solutions. We wish you all a safe and memorable winter season.

About Geneverse: Geneverse is the most reliable and cost-efficient source for solar energy. Our PowerPillar ESS integrates solar power, battery storage, not to mention grid and generator power sources that help our customers get the most out of their energy storage investment – all at the most competitive pricing on the market. We craft complete home energy systems that power energy independence rain or shine in addition to portable solar products that provide decentralized power during emergencies and unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about Geneverse and how we can bring protection and security to your family/household by visiting our website today.