5 things to buy if you live in a snowy state

Forget about hot cocoa and warm blankets. Here are some products that can seriously help you - and sometimes even save your life - in a severe blizzard if you live in a snowy state.

"Never delay for tomorrow what you can do today." This expression, attributed to Thomas Jefferson, is especially relevant now, when the winter hurricane is raging in most parts of the country, and by the weekend is expected to strengthen icy winds, writes Consumer Reports.

Let's make a reservation right away: it is advisable to buy such goods in advance in order to buy them profitably. This does not mean that in the current storm they are not needed, but try to take advantage of any calm weather to buy - then the offer is usually more diverse and the prices are lower.

We have collected five types of products that experts consider necessary in order to withstand a strong winter storm. You do not need to spend a fortune to prepare your house for winter storms.

Generator

If you live in an area where there are often interruptions in electricity, you should buy a stationary generator. As a rule, these models are not cheap, but they can run on natural gas from your home or propane for up to 13 days. Natural gas versions work endlessly. Be sure to invite a licensed professional electrician who will connect the generator to the electrical panel of your home with a switch. A portable generator will save you several thousand dollars. It is also better to connect with the help of a professional.

Snowplower

If the dubious attractiveness of daily snow removal with a shovel has not yet prompted you to buy a snow blower, try to consider this device as a means of security. During a serious winter storm, you will be glad that you have a snow blower who can easily clear the road to your car, and you will safely drive onto a road that has already been passed by city technical vehicles that are clearing snow.

Chain Saw

Snow and ice can fall from tree branches long after the storm has passed. This is one of the challenges that utility workers face when trying to restore electricity after a storm. Buy and use a chain saw before the winter storm starts. This is not only desirable, but necessary - you minimize the damage done to your home during a snowfall and avoid tedious yard cleaning afterwards.

Heater

If the light fails and you rely on the generator, the heater will allow the whole family to gather in one room and stay warm, while consuming much less energy than an electric heat pump or stove that heats your entire house. If you heat your dwelling with gas, propane or a similar source, it is better to use the usual method. But in this case, the heater will help you warm up, waiting for the next delivery of firewood, heating oil or propane, while a strong storm makes the roads impassable.

Smoke, Carbon Monoxide and Fire Extinguishers

All three listed types of goods are a guarantee of your safety. But the extraordinary risks associated with winter power outages make them even more important. Burning candles to light up rooms, running a generator, or using a heater can increase the likelihood that you will need one of these rescue devices.

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