For years it seemed that landlines had an edge over cell phones for medical alert buttons. However, during the recent tornados mother had landline service for a while, then it eventually went dead. Cell service depended on where people were located (and maybe their company?). Any experiences in this regard?
Our County Emergency management has a data base of names of people who may need help in emergencies. Because he is almost deaf, my husband is on that list.
In an emergency they will "try" to get to vulnerable people ASAP.
It is a good idea to have a generator,. Either one that is gas powered or a "whole house" one that will take care of everything. It will not get your phone service back, or the gas back but electric space heaters will help in the winter.
Asking EMS where your local Emergency Shelter is is a good plan so that you know where to go if you do need to evacuate.
Making sure that you have at least a weeks worth of medications and other necessary supplies is always a good idea.