STAY SAFE IN WINTER WEATHER
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 21st, 2026How to be WinterReady
Beware of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Only use generators and grills outdoors and at least 20ft from windows or doors.
Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.
Dress in Layers
Cover all exposed skin and wear loose layers to keep warm. Consider wearing a hat, scarf and mittens.
Check on family members, older adults and neighbors
Reach out to those without reliable heating or those who spend much of their time alone.
Know Your Nearest Warming Center
Know where to go if your home loses power. Locate warming centers, public libraries or shopping malls in your area.
Learn How to Spot Frostbite and Hypothermia
Signs of frostbite: loss of feeling and color around the face, fingers and toes. Signs of hypothermia: shivering, exhaustion, memory loss and drowsiness. Give Heaters Space Portable heaters should be kept at least 3ft from flammable materials like curtains, furniture and bedding.
Winterize Your Home Keep out the cold with insulation, caulking or weather stripping around windows and doors.
Create an Emergency Supply Kit for Your Car Include jumper cables, sand or cat litter, a flashlight, warm clothes, blankets, shovel, ice scraper, snow brush, water and snacks.
Beware of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Only use generators and grills outdoors and at least 20ft from windows or doors. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.
Dress in Layers Cover all exposed skin and wear loose layers to keep warm. Consider wearing a hat, scarf and mittens.
Check on family members, older adults and neighbors Reach out to those without reliable heating or those who spend much of their time alone.
Know Your Nearest Warming Center
Know where to go if your home loses power. Locate warming centers, public libraries or shopping malls in your area.
