Your app survival kit for the 2015 blizzard

Pedestrians make their way through driving snow in midtown Manhattan in New York, Monday, Jan. 26, 2015.

Image: Seth Wenig/Associated Press

By Karissa Bell2015-01-27 03:22:24 UTC

With a "potentially historic" blizzard on the way, millions of Americans are already in emergency preparedness mode.

But while stocking up on food and other essentials is a given, loading your smartphone with the right apps can also help make the upcoming storm more manageable.

From emergency alerts to real-time weather updates and first aid tips, these apps should help you prepare for any situation and keep you in the loop with the latest news throughout the storm.

Also, be sure to check out our guides to conserving your smartphone's battery so you can squeeze the most life out of your devices should you lose power.

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Your app survival kit for the 2015 blizzard