If dangerous conditions increase to the point that roads are impassable, whether due to downed trees and power lines or thick ice, city officials may declare an emergency, according to the release. An emergency declaration may include the suspension of on-street parking or the suspension of all travel.

In the case of downed power lines, do not touch or drive over them, the city advises. A minimum safe distance is 35 feet. If a downed power line threatens public safety, residents should call 911 immediately.

Important tips as advised by the city of East Lansing:

• Power outages and downed power lines not posing immediate danger can be reported to the Lansing Board of Water and Light at 877-295-5001 or Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050.
• Residents can report fallen trees or basement flooding to East Lansing Police Department's non-emergency phone number: 517-351-4220.
• Overnight on-street parking requests have been suspended at this time.
• If residents must travel, they are advised to use caution. Residents are also encouraged to have enough supplies and food in their homes for up to 48 to 72 hours without power.
• Residents should remove valuable items from their basements in case of flooding.

City officials will closely monitor the storm, according to the release. Updates will be provided as necessary. Community members may sign up for Nixle emergency alerts, which can provide residents with real-time alerts even in the event of a power outage.