A winter snowstorm can often cause a case of anxiety for many like workers, parents, and caregivers. Create a plan or checklist you can turn to when the weather report starts warning of a snowstorm. Here are several things you may need to do:
Stock up on supplies
- Check to make sure you have a shovel and salt to melt ice.
- Make sure you have enough heating fuel for your home and a generator if you have one.
- If you are using a fireplace or wood-burning stove, you should have a dry, seasoned wood supply.
- Ensure you have warm clothing and blankets on hand, and stock up on non-perishable food items and medications to last for a couple of days
Prepare for a power outage
- Turn up the heat now, and close all rooms that are not being used.
- Check pipe insulation, allow water to run at a trickle to prevent pipes from freezing.
- Make sure to charge your battery-powered electronics
- Have a battery-powered radio so you can stay aware of weather conditions.
- Have your flashlights, batteries, first aid kit, and other emergency supplies on hand.
Stay safe inside
- Only drive if you have to, and be sure your car has enough fuel and an emergency supply kit.
- If you go outside to shovel the snow, make sure you know your limits and try not to overdo it.
- Protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia.
- Stay away from downed power lines.
- Try to keep your pets inside, or make other suitable arrangements for them.
- Talk to your employer to see if you can work from home due to driving conditions.
- Avoid using an oven or a range for heating your home.
- Only use your generator outside, where there is sufficient ventilation.
- Ensure all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work properly.
- Do not let candles burn unattended. Battery-powered lights are a safe, energy-efficient alternative to candles.
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