send me to the mountains, let me go free forever

Stock Up On:

• Multiple Gallons of Water (water lines are very likely to freeze, even with faucets dripping)

• Shelf Stable Food (canned goods, noodles, granola bars, cereal, etc)

• All Necessary Supplies for Your Pets

• First Aid Supplies (You never know when it could be needed.)

• Long-Lasting Candles (in case the power goes out, but flashlights are preferred over candles)

• Matches (lighter fluid freezes in cold temperatures)

• Flashlights

• Batteries

• Paper Products (Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Tissues, Paper Bowls + Plates, etc)

• Hats, Gloves, Socks (Your hands, feet, and ears will thank you later.)

• Blankets

• Battery Banks (for your phone, in case electricity goes out)

• For those who have a vehicle, make sure you fill it up on gas.

• GET ANY NECESSARY MEDICATIONS REFILLED IF POSSIBLE.

DO:

• Wear layers. I know this can be a sensory nightmare for some but if your electricity goes out, you will need to stay warm with what you have. If you have wool-based or waterproof fabrics, use it.

• Take advantage of outdoor fireplaces and grills for heat if needed. Many homes these days do not have wood stoves or fireplaces, so if you absolutely need a heat source take advantage of what is outdoors if necessary.

• Inform yourself of the symptoms of and basic treatments for hypothermia and frostbite.

• Pay attention to your health. Do not overexert yourself. Do not waste your energy on tasks that are not immediately important. Conserve your energy.

DO NOT:

• Do not leave any fires or other sources of heat unattended, and do not allow any flammable objects near sources of heat.

• Do not use a gas-fueled oven or stove for a source of heat. This can lead to carbon monoxide buildup in your space. That shit will kill you.

• Do not use your vehicle for heat when it is inside a garage or other closed-off space. Again, carbon monoxide. That shit will kill you. You will also want to save your gas as much as possible.

Heres them out of the oven

and a digital animation i made first as a guide!