Great post. From someone who's been involved in a direct hit (Fran), and without power for almost a week, here's a few more beforehand & aftermath tips....

- Freeze jugs of water. Have coolers ready.
- Take a good look at all refrigerated goods, and plan to eat the stuff that will spoil first.
- Chainsaw blades are like gold.
- Grills CAN make decent coffee if you have a percolator.
- Have some earplugs handy to drown out the neighbors generator at night after night.
- Take note of nearby nursing home/assisted living centers, and the services located nearby - they got power back first.
- Cash is king.