Buy emergency supplies before an emergency happens. Many power outages are short-lived, but some may last days. Here are some things to consider for a long-term outage. 

Stock up on:

1. Candles, minimum four to five dozen
2. Candle stick holders
3. Matches and disposable lighters
4. Battery-powered space heater
5. Flashlights and extra batteries
6. A supply of non-perishable foods needing little or no cooking (be sure you pack any special dietary foods, baby food and formula, if needed.); check a camping store for food supplies
7. Manual can opener and bottle opener
8. Water stored in clean, non-corrosive, non-breakable, tightly covered containers such as soft drink bottles ― plan for at least two quarts per person per day
9. Hand tools such as hammer, screwdriver and wood saw
10. Camp stove or canned heat stove, and fuel for three to five days; or hibachi grill and charcoal
11. Water repellent tarps
12. Extra blankets
13. Paper plates, cups and plastic utensils
14. Fire extinguisher
15. Extension cords, long enough to reach your neighbor's house
16. Personal hygiene products, sanitary supplies, diapers and first aid supplies
17. Ice chest and ice or frozen ice packs