In January and February, most of the country is experiencing extreme cold, snow, and ice. Here in Western New York, we have had 8-plus days with temperatures below freezing and wind chills below zero.
Risks of Extreme Cold:
- Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
- Frostbite will damage your skin and tissue.
- Carbon monoxide poisoning is caused by improper heating methods.
- Slips and falls, due to icy surfaces.
Dress Smart: Layer Up Properly
Dressing properly is one of the simplest safety tips for extreme cold.
- Wearing multiple loose layers will trap warm air.
- Add insulated outerwear that is wind- and water-resistant.
- Don't forget hats, gloves, scarves, and boots.
- Keep your thermostat set to a consistent temperature.
- Insulate pipes to prevent freezing and bursting.
- Seal drafts around doors and windows.
- Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate.
- When temperatures are below zero, turn your faucet on to drip. This keeps water moving and prevents freezing.
Prepare an Emergency Winter Kit:
- Blankets and extra warm clothing.
- Flashlights and batteries.
- Non-perishable food and water.
- First-Aid kit.
- Phone chargers and power banks.
- Jumper cables.
- Ice Scrapers.
- Sand or kitty litter. (If you're stuck, use this under your tires for traction)
- High-energy snacks
Cold weather can cause dry and itchy skin. I always use a good moisturizing lotion for my skin.
Preparing for extreme weather with these tips will help keep you and your family safe.
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Now, Sam, you know you needed a nice, cold shower to wake you up fully! Southerners are never fully prepared for extreme ice & snow. We don't have the right tires, or even the right vehicles for the most part. My husband does an excellent job driving in the ice, but I suspect part of that might be because he learned to drive in St. Louis. This was a hard weather storm though. Perhaps the worst we have seen in decades. Even the mail didn't run for almost 2 weeks. I do love all of your tips, but you might want to tell the readers why kitty litter :) I know because my daughter, also a New Yorker who laughs at us and our lack of knowledge/abilities for winter storms, told me.
ReplyDeleteHaving grown up in New York State and lived many years throughout the Midwest, I am more than familiar with the affects of cold weather. Your review points out many important reminders most especially needed for extreme cold and snow. Excellent reminders for wintertime. Thanks, Sam.
ReplyDeleteSam, as a resident of New England, where winter weather is often brutal, I appreciate and concur with all these helpful tips!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I can finally get into a review! And a very important one too, given the weather we are having. Thank you Sam for listing out these tips to keep us warm and toasty! Just one more tip and that is to keep the meters that measure your fuel consumption clear of snow.
ReplyDeleteLots of great winter weather tips
ReplyDeleteGood advice Sam! We’ve been plunged into snow and cold here too. My young adult son, in -10 here in Toronto heads to the gym in shorts! What if the car breaks down I’m screaming like a mom! He still leaves in shorts! The other arrives here for a visit in crocs! They are typically Canadian! It’s a battle as a mom since forever!
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