DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – With a powerful winter storm expected to impact the Midwest, the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is reminding residents to take steps to prepare for possible power outages. According to the OCC,

Brutally cold wind-chill will make it worse if the power goes out during a winter storm, here are seven steps to take.

We picked up some food-safety tips from Alexis Hamilton, an assistant professor and extension specialist with the Virginia Tech Department of Food Science and Technology, to keep in mind if your power is affected by the storm. First tip: all is not lost from the moment that your power might go out.

What will you do if the power goes out during our upcoming winter storm? 2 News Oklahoma's Cathy Tatom shares the experts' advice for what to do before and during prolonged power outages.

AccuWeather's Ariella Scalese offers crucial tips in dealing with power outages as well as safety tips on the proper usage of generators, after much of the nation was hit by a major winter storm.

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - APCo is reminding people to stay safe and aware in winter storms, especially when it comes to electricity. According to a recent press release, APCo advises that you keep an emergency kit stocked and ready to go with the following:

Wear warm clothes, a coat, and the appropriate shoes with socks. Properly dressing for the weather helps to prevent hypothermia and frostbite. If you are traveling, limit your time out in the elements and stay dry. FOX23 shared a few tips on how to stay safe while driving in winter weather .

CLEVELAND, Ohio — With a major winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, dangerous cold and the potential for power outages across Ohio this weekend, food safety experts at Ohio State University are urging residents to prepare now to keep their households safe if electricity is lost or travel becomes difficult.

If you bought your first generator or propane heater, there are a couple of things you should know about safely operating them.

(WSPA)—Duke Energy meteorologists are tracking a winter weather system that could impact the Carolinas this weekend, prompting essential safety reminders for customers. The company urges customers to prepare for potential power outages due to the anticipated cold weather.

With severe winter weather on the way, power outages could be a possibility for some in the area this weekend.   If you plan to use a generator if your lights go out, the Virginia Department of Emergency Management has some safety tips they want to share.