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Winter Storms
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Saturday, July 11
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Winter storms
Winter can bring deep snow and high winds cause drifts and close roads. |
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Know Your Winter Storm and Extreme Cold Terms
Familiarize yourself with these terms to help identify a winter storm hazard:
Freezing Rain
Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating a coating of ice on roads, walkways, trees, and power lines.
Sleet
Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Sleet also causes moisture on roads to freeze and become slippery.
Winter Storm Watch
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Wind Chill Chart
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Winter Storms and Fire Safety
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's U.S. Fire Administration provides the following safety tips to help protect homes and families from the potential threat of fire during or after a winter storm.
Fire Related Hazards Present During and After a Winter Storm
- Alternative heating devices used incorrectly create fire hazards.
- Damaged or downed utility lines can present a fire and life safety hazard.
- Water damaged appliances and utilities can be electrically charged.
- Frozen water pipes can burst and cause
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Is your car ready for winter?
The leading cause of death during winter storms is from automobile or other transportation accidents. Be prepared for winter by having an emergency kit in each of your cars.
The kit should include:
- a battery powered radio (with fresh batteries),
- flashlight and extra batteries,
- blanket,
- jumper cables,
- fire extinguisher (5 lb. A-B-C- type),
- first aid kit, bottled water, and
- non perishable high energy foods like granola bars, raisins and peanut butter.
If a blizzard traps you in your
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