My brother, who lives in Alabama, reports that his pipes have frozen. Meanwhile snow is melting here in Alaska. Those of us who live in the far north know to watch the weather reports, dress for the cold (those with half-a-brain, that is), drive on ice and snow, and be aware of what's happening or may happen with our homes. I'm guessing that many people who live at warmer latitudes haven't thought about this much. So here's some information that may be useful or may save your life or a finger/toe or two.
The main site for all news weather is the National Weather Service (NWS). For safety information, try their Winter Weather Safety and Awareness page. The American Red Cross has published the "Top Ten Red Cross Cold Weather Safety Tips." Find out the 5 P's of cold weather preparedness at Disastersrus. If you have to work or spend extended time in the cold, be aware of the possible effects of cold stress, published by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). You can download a PDF, "Extreme Cold Guide," from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
WikiHow has a photo essay on "How to Dress for the Cold;" petMd talks about whether to dress your dog.
Remember, when it gets cold: dress warmly, carry a phone, and bring a buddy (but not the dog above).
-- Marge
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| disastersrus.org |
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The main site for all news weather is the National Weather Service (NWS). For safety information, try their Winter Weather Safety and Awareness page. The American Red Cross has published the "Top Ten Red Cross Cold Weather Safety Tips." Find out the 5 P's of cold weather preparedness at Disastersrus. If you have to work or spend extended time in the cold, be aware of the possible effects of cold stress, published by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). You can download a PDF, "Extreme Cold Guide," from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
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| CRH.NOAA.gov |
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WikiHow has a photo essay on "How to Dress for the Cold;" petMd talks about whether to dress your dog.
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| Romp Italian Greyhound Rescue |
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Remember, when it gets cold: dress warmly, carry a phone, and bring a buddy (but not the dog above).
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| Winter driving, Middleton PD |
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-- Marge
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