Supplies such as propane tanks in short supply ahead of second stormDURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Durham Fire officials are encouraging people to get supplies, such as kerosene or propane, to help stay warm, just in case they lose power. A Sheetz on Hopson Road just got in a delivery of propane tanks on Thursday afternoon after waiting for days. A cashier at another convenience store up the road on Highway 54 said he sold out of propane tanks before the last storm, and the supply has not been replenished. LIVE UPDATES | Winter storm could bring more snow than ice to central North Carolina this weekendIannuzzi said people have done that in the past, and it is extremely dangerous. Stein declares state of emergency in NC as another winter storm closes in on the TriangleThe department is also taking steps to keep firefighters safe while responding to calls this weekend.