In January, focus your emergency planning on preparing for winter weather events like snowstorms, ice storms, and extreme cold

At home, continue to check your food and water supplies. Always keep an eye on heating sources such as furnaces an keroseen heaters.
Assemble a winter emergency kit including a flashlight, extra batteries, a battery powered radio, first aid kit, hand warmers, and a weather radio.

Develop a plan for your pets including extra food, water, and a warm shelter.
And most of all, monitor local news and weather updates for winter storm warnings and advisories