As the likelihood of strong to severe storms impacting Illinois is a threat at any time of the year, Ameren Illinois has some reminders about what you can do to prepare. The company recommends creating or restocking the family's home emergency preparedness kit in preparation for the spring and summer storm season.
Plan ahead and organize items you may need in the event of a storm or emergency. Ameren Illinois spokesman Brian Bretsch says you should occasionally refresh the contents.
Bretsch says to make sure all family members know where the kit is located. He also suggests making sure cell phones are charged, cars and generators gassed up, and electronics unplugged from outlets.