Verne Hill
Winter Weather Tips
Winter Weather Tips
Bundle up! If you must go outside, dress in layers.
Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat.
Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia.
Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing ‘body heat’.
Reducing the fire risk in your home
Safety Tip: With bitter cold temperatures, many of us are using small space heaters. If so, DO NOT plug them into a power strip. Multi-plug power strips are not designed to handle the energy load of a space heater and can overheat – causing a fire hazard. Keep portable heaters at least 3 feet away from furniture and drapes.
AAA: Winter Weather Prep (Auto)
Make certain your tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread.
Cold weather reduces air pressure quicker.
https://www.sullivantire.com/blog/safety/9-things-you-need-to-check-on-your-car-before-a-road-trip
Check your car battery!
Take advantage of ‘free battery checks’ at local auto supply stores, especially if your battery is over 3 years old. www.weather.gov/rnk/NCWinterWxPreparedness2023
https://www.sullivantire.com/blog/safety/9-things-you-need-to-check-on-your-car-before-a-road-trip
Check your car battery!
Take advantage of ‘free battery checks’ at local auto supply stores, especially if your battery is over 3 years old. www.weather.gov/rnk/NCWinterWxPreparedness2023
Winter Storm Preparedness Checklist (Red Cross)
Power Outage Checklist (Red Cross)
Food & Water
Stock at least 3 days of non-perishable food and water (1 gallon/person/day).
Don’t forget pet food and formula/diapers if needed.
Heat & Power
Ensure adequate fuel (wood, propane) for backup heat; test smoke alarms;
charge cell phones and have flashlights/batteries.
Supplies
Shovel, rock salt/sand for traction, fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, medications,
battery-powered radio, manual can opener. https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/winter-storm.html
Pets: Good rule of thumb: “If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them”.
