When a Winter Storm WARNING is Issued
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Stay indoors during the storm. Have extra blankets on hand.
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Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit Containing--
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First aid kit and essential medications.
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Battery-powered NOAA Weather radio, flashlight, and extra batteries.
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Canned food and can opener.
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Bottled water (at least one gallon of water per person per day to last at
least 3 days).
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If you must go outside, several layers of lightweight clothing will keep
you warmer than a single heavy coat. Gloves (or mittens) and a hat will prevent
loss of body heat. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs.
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Walk carefully on snowy, icy, sidewalks.
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Avoid traveling by car in a storm, but if you must...
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Carry a Disaster Supplies Kit in the trunk.
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Keep your car's gas tank full for emergency use and to keep the fuel line
from freezing.
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Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive.
If your car gets stuck along the way, help can be sent along your predetermined
route.
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Stay with your car. Do not try to walk to safety.
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Tie a brightly colored cloth (preferably red) to the antenna for rescuers
to see.
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Start the car and use the heater for about 10 minutes every hour. Keep the
exhaust pipe clear so fumes won't back up in the car.
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Leave the overhead light on when the engine is running so that you can be
seen.
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As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to keep blood circulating and
to stay warm.
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Keep one window away from the blowing wind slightly open to let in air.