December 11, 20232 yr Frostbite & Hypothermia - Know Your Actions Facebook Cold outside? Avoid the risk of frostbite and hypothermia by dressing in layers, covering exposed skin, and limiting time outdoors. If someone might be experiencing either condition, seek medical attention immediately — and know your actions. weather.gov/safety/cold-during Twitter Cold outside? Avoid the risk of frostbite and hypothermia by dressing in layers, covering exposed skin, and limiting time outdoors. If someone might be experiencing either condition, seek medical attention immediately — and know your actions. weather.gov/safety/cold-during Slippery Sidewalks Facebook Slipping on an icy sidewalk can lead to serious injuries or even death, especially for the elderly. Help prevent the formation of ice by salting walkways and turning off sprinklers in advance of cold weather. Learn more ice safety at weather.gov/safety/winter-ice-frost Twitter Slipping on an icy sidewalk can lead to serious injuries or even death, especially for the elderly. Help prevent the formation of ice by salting walkways and turning off sprinklers in advance of cold weather. Learn more ice safety at weather.gov/safety/winter-ice-frost #WeatherReady Don’t Underestimate Sleet Facebook Sleet can be deceptively dangerous - it’s much more dense than snow, so take it easy when shoveling. Use extreme caution when driving during or after sleet. Reduce speed, allow plenty of stopping distance, and do not use cruise control. Learn more winter safety at weather.gov/safety/winter Twitter Sleet can be deceptively dangerous - it’s much more dense than snow, so take it easy when shoveling. Use extreme caution when driving during or after sleet. Reduce speed, allow plenty of stopping distance, and do not use cruise control. weather.gov/safety/winter #WeatherReady Cold Impacts: Vulnerable Populations Facebook Everyone is at risk from the dangers of extreme cold, but these groups are more vulnerable than most. Age and certain conditions make the body less able to regulate temperature. Stay Weather-Ready and learn more about cold safety at weather.gov/safety/cold Twitter Everyone is at risk from the dangers of extreme cold, but these groups are more vulnerable than most. Age and certain conditions make the body less able to regulate temperature. Stay #WeatherReady and learn more about cold safety at weather.gov/safety/cold Winter Storm Planning Timeline Facebook Are you prepared for a winter storm? If the forecast calls for winter weather, begin preparing NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute. weather.gov/safety/winter-before Twitter Are you prepared for a winter storm? If the forecast calls for winter weather, begin preparing NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute. weather.gov/safety/winter-before #WeatherReady Don't Forget Your Pets Facebook Don't forget about your pets this winter! Make sure they have a warm, dry place to rest with plenty of food and water. weather.gov/winter Twitter You love your pets, so keep them warm, dry, and well fed this winter. weather.gov/winter #WeatherReady Smart Shoveling Facebook Slippery sidewalks and roads aren’t the only things to look out for in late winter and early spring snow storms--shoveling snow can be a health risk as well. Remember to stay hydrated, take frequent breaks, and move only small amounts with each shovel pass. Learn more at weather.gov/winter Twitter Shoveling snow can be a health risk, so remember to take it easy. Learn more at weather.gov/winter #WeatherReady Caught Outdoors Facebook When caught outdoors in a winter storm, there are life-saving actions you can take to protect yourself. Find (or make) shelter, cover exposed body parts, melt snow for drinking water, and exercise occasionally. weather.gov/safety/winter-during Twitter When caught outdoors in a winter storm, there are life-saving actions you can take to protect yourself. #WeatherReady weather.gov/safety/winter-during After the Winter Storm: Power Outage Facebook Power outages are common after a big winter storm. If you lose power, make sure to be careful when using alternative heat sources and practice portable generator safety. Once you and your family are safe, check in with others in your neighborhood to make sure they are okay. weather.gov/safety/winter Twitter Power outages are common after a big winter storm. Be careful with alternative heat sources, practice portable generator safety, and check in with neighbors to ensure that everyone stays safe. weather.gov/safety/winter
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