Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Officials with South Carolina Emergency Management Division say the Emergency Operations Center is fully activated at Operating Condition One as state agencies prepare for winter weather impacts. “One thing we want to be sure is to tell everybody to look out for your ne ighbors, look out for your family,” said Gov. Henry McMaster Officials say residents are urged to prepare now. “ The National Weather Service forecasts ice and sleet in parts of the state from Saturday night into Sunday night, creating dangerous road conditions and the risk of multi-day power outages. Officials say SCEMD has received more than 180 requests for a range of capabilities including shelter support and generators. The SC National Guard  says it has 350 service members on duty. The SC Department of Public Safety says it has activated 24-7 coverage until further notice. As of today the Highway Patrol, State Transport Police, SLED, and DNR are mobilizing for traffic response. 3,000 members of the SC Dept. of Transportation have shifted to 24-hour operations. The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has opened its Triage Line for residents to call to determine their eligibility for Medical Equipment Power Shelters (MEPS). The number is 1-833-351-9990 and will be open for calls 24 hours a day until further notice. 10 Medical Equipment Power Shelters have been set up across South Carolina and are already accepting shelterees and their companions. To find out if you qualify for one and the location, call the number above. State emergency officials urge residents to build an emergency kit that includes non-perishable food, water, blankets medications, flashlights, batteries, a first-aid kit, and essential documents. Make sure it can support your household for at least three days. Make sure your mobile devices and backup batteries are fully charged and ready to use in case of power outages. Look out for family, friends, neighbors and older adults during winter weather. The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has contacted drinking water providers to implement emergency preparations for preventing impacts to providing drinking water. Private well owners should fill a bathtub or portable containers with water to put in their toilets for flushing in the case of a power outage. The Private Drinking Well Hotline is available to provide information 1-888-761-5989. Bring pets inside and ensure they have access to food, water, and a safe, warm space. Make sure outdoor animals have appropriate shelter from harsh weather. For livestock and poultry, follow your property or farm’s emergency response plan. Provide access to hay or an appropriate food source and clean water. Remember that automatic water systems may not work during power outages and make sure water sources are free of ice. Implement temporary feeding plans to reduce stress on your animals. Categories: Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, Richland, State, Sumter ...read more read less