Coconino County officials are gearing up for a series of highly impactful winter storms in the area over the next few days.

They said high winds could cause power outages tonight and Wednesday, so citizens should stock up on non-perishable food, baby formula, pet supplies, medicines, and have battery-powered radios, flashlights, and extra batteries. said there is a need.

Officials are also warning people not to use propane stoves or grills indoors for heating or cooking because of the potential for carbon dioxide poisoning.

In addition, the county has closed seven miles (7 miles) of Lake Mary Road and worked with the American Red Cross to prepare an emergency warming shelter due to the expected high winds and possible snowstorms.

Locations will be announced when shelter is needed. Authorities recommend signing up for emergency alerts. coconino.az.gov/ready.

Three to four winter storms are expected to move into northern Arizona beginning Tuesday night.

Officials in Coconino have snowplows and graders ready to begin clearing county roads as soon as the snow begins to fall on Tuesday night.