Winter Storm Prep - Part 2

12/24/2021 (Permalink)

Scenario: A major storm has hit the Catonsville area. Your home is winterized, your vehicle is ready if necessary, and you’ve stocked up on supplies. What should you do now?

• Stay indoors. If you must go outside:
• Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing.
• Outer garments should be tightly woven and water-repellent.
• Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves.
• Cover all of your body. Wear a hat and a scarf, covering your mouth to protect your face and to help prevent loss of body heat.
• Stay off the roads. If you must drive, make sure you have emergency supplies in your car.
• Close off rooms to consolidate and retain heat.
• Dress in layers and use blankets to stay warm.
• Bring pets into a warm place and out of the storm or severe cold.
• Never use a generator, camp stove, charcoal grill, or gasoline or propane heater indoors, as these items can start accidental fires, cause electric shock, and/or cause deadly carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Ensure space heater safety with THESE TIPS. 
• Never heat a home with a cooktop or oven.
• Limit your time outdoors and stay dry.
• Regularly check the temperature inside your home, especially if you are over 65.
• Our ability to feel a change in temperature decreases with age.
• Older adults are more susceptible to health problems caused by cold.

You should also be aware of medical dangers during this time. Major concerns include frostbite and hypothermia.

More information on frostbite and hypothermia can be found on the CDC’s website.

 --

Have questions about winter storm prep or damage caused by storm conditions? We’re here to help. Call us at 410-242-7370