There’s a major winter snowstorm coming to Boston and the rest of Massachusetts this weekend and there are plenty of questions to answer besides “How much snow are we getting?” It’s been several years since the region experienced the depth of snow that could be on the ground by Monday.
When the weather forecast for the Boston area changes you need to be ready. Here are some basic things to prepare for before a big snowstorm hits, according to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the National Weather Service (NWS).
Receive emergency weather alerts
There are several ways to receive emergency weather alerts. In addition to the CBS News Boston app, there are wireless emergency alerts (WEAs). Most mobile phones are set up to automatically receive them. Check here for troubleshooting tips.
The NWS will also issue watches, warnings and advisories before, during and after the storm. You can find them for the Boston area here.
Have these things on hand
In addition to having at least one shovel and some ice melt at your home, your winter storm emergency kit should have bottled water, medications, first aid items, non-perishable food, extra batteries, basic tools, warm clothes and sturdy shoes…