Take Action Be a Force of Nature Know Your Risk Winter ......Be a Force of Nature Winter Weather...
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Winter Weather SafetyKnow Your RiskTake ActionBe a Force of Nature
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Winter Weather Safety Winter Weather Hazards
weather.gov/safety
• Snow and Sleet• Blizzards• Freezing Rain• Cold Temperatures• Strong Wind• Flooding• Fog
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Winter Weather Safety Snow and Sleet
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• Snow and Sleet primarily affects travel, but can also damage infrastructure
• Damage from winter storms exceeds $1 billion annually
• The NWS will issue a winter storm warning or winter weather advisory
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Winter Weather Safety Blizzards
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• Blizzards occur when strong winds cause blowing snow and whiteout conditions
• Do not travel during blizzard warning, especially in open country
• The NWS will issue a blizzard warning
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Winter Weather Safety Freezing Rain
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• Freezing rain affects travel and can knock out power
• Have an emergency kit in case the power goes out
• The NWS will issue an ice storm warning, or freezing rain advisory
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Winter Weather Safety NWS Winter Storm Products
weather.gov/safety
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Winter Weather Safety Cold Temperatures
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• Cold weather can cause frostbite or hypothermia
• Dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and limit time outside
• The NWS will issue a wind chill warning or wind chill advisory
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Winter Weather Safety NWS Cold Weather Products
weather.gov/safety
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Winter Weather Safety How to Prepare
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• Check the forecast to get the latest weather news
• Plan accordingly based on the expected weather conditions
• Have a winter survival kit in your car if you must travel
• Dress appropriately if you must go outside
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Winter Weather Safety Winter Survival Kit
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• For your car:– Warm clothes, blanket, food,
water, cell phone/charger
• For your home: – Food, water, medication, flash
light, first aid kit Ready.gov/build-a-kit
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Winter Weather Safety Strong Wind
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• Powerful winter storms can bring strong winds that cause damage
• Strong wind makes travel difficult, especially for large vehicles
• Seek shelter in a sturdy structure during strong winds
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Winter Weather Safety What to do When Driving
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• Slow down!• Keep two hands on the wheel• Distance yourself from trucks,
buses, and vehicles towing trailers
• Keep an eye out for debris, downed powerlines, and branches
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Winter Weather Safety NWS High Wind Products
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Winter Weather Safety Flooding
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• Flooding can be caused by heavy rain, snow melt, or ice jams
• More than half of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related
• Never drive through flood waters
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Winter Weather Safety Ice Jams
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• Ice jam flooding occurs when chunks of ice build up and prevent water from flowing downstream
• This can lead to rapid rises along upstream from the jam
• Never drive through flood waters
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Winter Weather Safety Debris Flows
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• Debris flows are possible when rain falls on steep terrain or burn scars
• Soil, rocks, plants, and more may be swept downhill
• Never drive around barricades
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Winter Weather Safety NWS Flood Products
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Winter Weather Safety Dense Fog
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• Dense fog poses a threat to motorist
• Slow down • Leave plenty of space
between you and the vehicle in front of you
• Use your low-beam headlights
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Winter Weather Safety NWS Dense Fog Products
weather.gov/safety
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Winter Weather Safety More Information
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• Visit the National Weather Service Safety pages– weather.gov/winter
– weather.gov/cold
– weather.gov/wind
– weather.gov/flood
– weather.gov/fog