As temperatures drop across central Indiana, utility officials and state agencies are urging Indianapolis residents to prepare their homes for the cold months ahead.

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security says Winter Severe Weather Awareness Week is designed to remind Hoosiers that early preparation helps reduce heating costs and prevent winter damage.

According to AES Indiana — which serves more than 500,000 customers — winter storms often lead to “higher energy usage,” and the utility is encouraging residents to “plan ahead” before severe weather arrives. In its winter readiness guidance, AES Indiana said sealing air leaks, improving insulation and servicing HVAC systems can significantly reduce household strain when temperatures plunge.

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