Winter Storm Safety Tips

 

A Winter Storm Watch means that severe winter weather conditions may affect your area.

 A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather conditions are imminent.

 An Ice Storm Warning is issued when significant, possibly damaging ice accumulation is expected.

 Tips:

*  Keep ahead of the storm. Listen to the latest weather warnings and bulletins on radio and TV.

*  Check battery powered equipment before the storm arrives.

      *   Flashlights

      *   Portable radio and/or television

      *   Emergency cooking equipment

*  Check heating fuel supply

*  Check your food and stock extra supplies

      *   Supplies should include foods that require no refrigeration or cooking in case

             of a power failure

      *   Don’t forget a non-electric can opener