• Don't tell God how big your storm is, tell the storm how big your God is....

Before Winter Storms and Extreme Cold

December

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 home and regular fuel sources may be cut off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. *Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm. *Make a Family Communications Plan. Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one another, how you will get back together and what you will do in case of an emergency. *Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio or other local news channels for critical information from the National Weather Service (NWS). Be alert to changing weather conditions. *Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle. *Bring pets/companion animals inside during winter weather. Move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water


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