What do I need to prepare for the next power outage?

Flashlights, extra batteries, and matches. Keep them where you can find them in the dark
Battery-powered radio
Battery-powered or wind-up clock
Canned or dried non-perishable foods, and a manual can opener
A safe alternate source of heat and extra fuel (wood, kerosene)
Extra blankets and warm clothes
1 gallon of bottled drinking water per person per day
A gallon of liquid chlorine bleach for sanitizing utensils and dishes
A regular (not cordless) phone