Cold Weather Safety Tips

Dress in Layers: Wear multiple layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing to retain body heat. Include a wind-resistant outer layer.
Protect Extremities: Use insulated gloves or mittens, hats, scarves, and thermal socks. Cover your face with a mask or scarf to prevent frostbite.
Stay Dry: Wet clothing significantly increases heat loss, so stay dry by wearing waterproof outer layers.
Limit Skin Exposure: Avoid exposing skin to extreme cold, as it can cause frostbite in minutes.

Winterize Your Home: Insulate windows and doors, seal cracks, and use weatherstripping to prevent drafts.
Maintain Heating Systems: Ensure your furnace, chimneys, and space heaters are in good working condition.
Prepare for Power Outages: Stockpile warm blankets, non-perishable food, water, and a backup heat source (e.g., wood stove or propane heater) rated for indoor use.
Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Use generators, grills, and space heaters outside or in well-ventilated areas. Install carbon monoxide detectors.
Keep Pipes From Freezing: Allow faucets to drip and insulate exposed pipes.

Prepare Your Car: Keep your gas tank at least half full, check the battery, antifreeze levels, and tires for winter conditions.
Create an Emergency Kit: Include blankets, flashlights, extra batteries, a first aid kit, food, water, jumper cables, and a phone charger.
Avoid Travel if Possible: Stay off the roads during severe storms or extreme cold.
Drive Safely: If travel is necessary, drive slowly and let someone know your route and estimated arrival time.

Recognize Hypothermia and Frostbite: Watch for signs like shivering, confusion, numbness, or waxy, pale skin. Seek immediate medical attention if necessary.
Stay Hydrated and Nourished: Drink warm fluids and eat high-energy foods to maintain body heat.
Avoid Overexertion: Cold weather strains the heart, so avoid shoveling snow or strenuous outdoor activities without breaks.
Limit Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol can make you feel warm but causes your body to lose heat faster.

Check on Vulnerable Neighbors: Ensure that elderly or disabled individuals in your community are safe and warm.
Care for Pets: Bring pets indoors or ensure they have warm, dry shelters with access to unfrozen water.
Stay Informed: Monitor weather forecasts and follow advice from local authorities.

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