With daylight savings time fast approaching on Sunday, Ameren Illinois would like to remind residents to make sure they check all carbon monoxide detectors, check smoke alarms, and refill their emergency preparedness kits. Nikki Taylor with Ameren Illinois says that an emergency kit can come in handy in case of problems.

Taylor says you should refresh your items so that they stay current especially checking batteries and replacing food that is expired.

Other things include checking on your vehicle, generator, and temperature in your fridge.

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