Go outside and do a walk-around your home. 

• Check trees for broken branches, especially around power and other utility lines. Trim if necessary, but make sure to do so SAFELY.

• Look for loose roof shingles, shutters, gutters and downspouts. Repair if possible.

• Put away small outdoor furniture, toys, sporting goods and other small objects.

• Check swing sets, trampolines, storage sheds and other larger outdoor structures. Make sure they're secured to the ground.

Here's your inside checklist:

• Identify an interior room of your house, such as a basement or interior bathroom, that you can take shelter in during high wind warnings.

• If you live in a mobile home, identify a sturdy building you can go to if NWS issues a high wind or severe thunderstorm warning.

• Charge the batteries of all essential items, such as cell phones and booster packs. Put NEW batteries in weather radios.

• Locate and charge power tools, such as a reciprocating saw, which you might need to clear debris.

• Check your emergency kit and include enough food and water for 3 days for each person in your home.

• Review your emergency plan. Check to make sure your contact list is up-to-date and plans are shared with friends and family.