Winter Storm Precautions

2/13/2020 (Permalink)

Handling the Winter Storm Months

Throughout most of the country, the winter season can result in the occasional severe winter storm. Heavy snowfall, strong winds, and extremely cold temperatures can cause entire cities to shut down. Winter storms sometimes last for a few hours, but can extend into a number of days. These severe conditions can cause interruption in heating and power in homes and businesses, as well as knocking out telephone and internet communications. The risk of car accidents, frostbite, and hypothermia can increase in severe weather events. Fortunately, local media (such as TV, radio, and online news sources) can normally give a few days’ notice prior to the arrival of the winter storm.

If you know that a winter storm is approaching, it is best to be prepared as possible:

• Stay off roads
• Stay indoors and dress warmly
• Prepare for power outages
• If you have generators, use them outside only, and away from windows
• Listen to the TV or Radio for emergency updates
• Keep watch for hypothermia and frost bite, if you must go outdoors
• Check on your neighbors, especially if they are older or sick

Please check out my next blog on signs and symptoms of frost bite.