From the Preparedness Guide, U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service

At Home and Work

Primary concerns are loss of heat, power and telephone service and a shortage of supplies if storm conditions continue for more than a day.

Have available:

Flashlight and extra batteries.

Battery-powered NOAA Weather Radio

 and portable radio to receive

emergency information.

Extra food and water.

Have high energy food, such as dried fruit, nuts

 

and granola bars, and food requiring no cooking or refrigeration.

 

Extra medicine and baby items.

First-aid supplies.

Heating fuel.

 Refuel before you are empty.

Emergency heat source:

 fireplace,

wood stove, space heater.

 

Use properly to prevent a fire.

Ventilate properly.

Fire extinguisher, smoke alarm.

Test smoke alarms once a month to

ensure they work properly.

Make sure pets have plenty of

food, water and shelter.

On the Farm/Pets

Move animals to sheltered areas.

Shelter belts, properly laid out and

oriented, are better protection for

cattle than confining shelters, such

as sheds.

Haul extra feed to nearby

feeding areas.

Have water available.

Make sure pets have plenty of

food, water and shelter.

In Vehicles

Plan your travel and check the latest

weather reports to avoid the storm!

Fully check and winterize your

vehicle before the winter season begins.

 

Carry a WINTER STORM

SURVIVAL KIT:

Mobile phone, charger, batteries

Blankets/sleeping bags

Flashlight with extra batteries

First-aid kit

Knife

High-calorie, non-perishable food

Extra clothing to keep dry

Large empty can to use as

emergency toilet. Tissues and

paper towels for sanitary purposes

Small can and waterproof matches

to melt snow for drinking water

Sack of sand or cat litter for traction

Shovel

Windshield scraper and brush

Tool kit

Tow rope

Battery booster cables

Water container

Compass and road maps.

Keep your gas tank near full

to

avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.

Avoid traveling alone.

Let someone know your timetable

and primary and alternate routes.

Dress for the Season:

Wear loose, lightweight, warm

clothes in layers. Trapped

air insulates. Remove layers

to avoid perspiration and

subsequent chill. Outer

garments should be tightly

woven, water repellent, and

hooded. Wear a hat. Half

your body heat loss can be

from the head. Cover your

mouth to protect your lungs

from extreme cold. Mittens,

snug at the wrist, are better

than gloves. Try to stay dry.

SOURCE: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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