TOPEKA, Kan. - The state is preparing for the worst as this week’s back-to-back winter storms could cover the state with snow, making travel treacherous and causing power outages.
With a pair of winter storms expected this week with the first arriving tonight into tomorrow and the second storm to pass through Wednesday into Thursday.
Over the weekend Governor Laura Kelly verbally declared a disaster emergency. This declaration will allow for the use of resources to provide state assistance.
“Kansans have faced challenges due to winter storms this year,” Kelly said in a statement. “The key to meeting those challenges is to be prepared. As i did during past storms, i urge all Kansans to take measures to make sure their families are ready by making a home emergency kit and emergency plan.”
The Kansas Division of Emergency Management recommends that residents be prepared with home emergency kits, including a battery-operated radio, flashlight and batteries, extra blankets and warm clothing, nonperishable food, high-energy snacks, and drinking water, at least one gallon per person per day, for a minimum of three days.