Ameren recommends preparing for storm season when Daylight Saving begins Ameren Illinois is suggesting March 14 is the time to ensure that emergency kits are stocked and prepared for the storm season in spring and summer. (Source: WTVM) By Clayton Hester | March 11, 2021 at 9:39 AM CST - Updated March 11 at 9:39 AM COLLINSVILLE, Ill. –Ameren Illinois is suggesting that the start of Daylight Saving Time is a good opportunity for families to check on their home emergency kit. The company said March 14, when clocks spring forward in 2021, is the time to ensure that emergency kits are stocked and prepared for the storm season in spring and summer.