INDIANAPOLIS — For many, the words "snow, bitter cold temperatures and high winds" are a sign to stay indoors and hide under a blanket.
For others, it means putting keys in the ignition and getting to work, clearing roads or helping restore power.
Our 13Weather team predicts a mix of rain and snow, high winds and bone-chilling temperatures beginning Friday morning and lasting several days.
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The Indiana Department of Transportation is making sure their fleet is fueled up and filled with salt ahead of the weather.
"We will be having a full callout, so that means all 68 trucks will be out from 8 a.m. Friday morning probably throughout 8 p.m. Saturday is what we're looking at right now," INDOT spokesperson Kyleigh Cramer said.
And while it's possible there may be no snow on the ground, INDOT wants Hoosiers to take precautions when hitting the roadways.
"Whether that be slowing down, making sure there is more brake time between you and the car in front of you, making sure you're driving distraction-free is also a big one that we are wanting Hoosiers to take big priority of," Cramer said.
The Indianapolis Department of Public Works also suggests keeping a winter survival kit in your car in case of an emergency. That consists of things like a first aid kit, a blanket and snack foods.
AES is also making sure they're ready to go in case of power outages and fallen power lines with the high winds. Jessey Swails works as a lineman for AES. He asks if someone loses power to be patient because crews are working as quickly and safely as they can.
"When you see a guy on the pole, that's usually a good sign. That means things are moving and happening and you're one step closer to getting power," Swails said.
AES also suggests having a safety plan.
"If your power does go out ... do you have friends, neighbors, that you can check on and you can go to their houses as well, not only to check on them, but also if you have power, you can stay there as well, so think through that safety plan," AES spokesperson Karen Young said.
Both AES and INDOT also ask drivers not to crowd their trucks or workers when on the roadway.