Archive For The “Weather” Category
Stay indoors during the storm. Walk carefully on snowy, icy, walkways. Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. Overexertion can bring on a heart attack—a major cause of death in the winter. Use caution, take breaks, push the snow instead of lifting it when possible, and lift lighter loads. Keep dry. Change wet clothing frequently to…
We watch television or listen to the radio and hear weather reports which alert us to the type of winter weather we can expect in our area. But do you know the difference between a Winter Storm Watch, Advisory, or Warning? Well, here are the definitions that will help you know what each term…
Winterize your home to extend the life of your fuel supply by insulating walls and attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows or covering windows with plastic. Winterize your house, barn, shed or any other structure that may provide shelter for your family, neighbors, livestock or equipment. Clear…
Check or have a mechanic check the following items on your car: Antifreeze levels – ensure they are sufficient to avoid freezing. Battery and ignition system – should be in top condition and battery terminals should be clean. Brakes – check for wear and fluid levels. Exhaust system –…
To prepare for a winter storm you should do the following: Before winter approaches, add the following supplies to your emergency kit: Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways. Sand to improve traction. Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment. Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated in your…
El Niño’s warmer equatorial waters in the eastern Pacific Ocean is likely to bring some changes to the 2015-2016 winter in the U.S. According to the Los Angeles Times, this El Niño could be the most powerful on record because as of late November 2015 it is still growing,…
The term El Niño (Spanish for “the Christ Child”) was originally used by fishermen along the coasts of Ecuador and Peru to refer to a warm ocean current that typically appears around Christmastime and lasts for several months. Fish are less abundant during these warm intervals, so fishermen often take a break to repair…
FEMA INFORMATION RESOURCES: Text Messages Our text message program can be used in two ways: to receive regular safety tips for specific disaster types, and to search for open shelters and open disaster recovery centers. All FEMA text messages are sent from our dedicated number, which is 43362 (4FEMA). Our text message program is…
How to Prepare for Winter Storms and Extreme Cold Winter storms can range from moderate snow over a few hours to blizzards with blinding, wind-driven snow that can last for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerous low temperatures, strong winds, ice, sleet, and freezing rain. Winter storms can knock out…
Do you live in an Extreme Cold Zone? If so, be prepared! See Fema Map. Darker is higher frequency for extreme cold temperatures. www.prepandbeready.com