Safety officials say every home should have an emergency box fully stocked and ready to use in case of a power outage.

The Georgia Emergency Management Agency recommends the following items for an emergency box:

• Water supply for three days for each person
• Non perishable food for three days for each person/animal
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Paper towels and toilet paper
• Trash bags
• Battery powered radio and Noaa weather radio
• Blankets, change of clothes
• Games for children to play

G.E.M.A. also recommends you keep all items together and easily accessible so you know where to go in case of an emergency.