5 Snowy Weather Dangers
How to Be Safe After the Snow Falls
Ice and Black Ice
Driving or walking if it is cold there will be ice. Take your time, pay attention to the ground and hold the rail when you go up or down steps. When its cold outside wet spots are usually ice spots. It only takes one fall to get a break, sprain or head injury so watch out for ice.
Shoveling Snow
Shoveling snow is hard work and is an easy way to over exert yourself. If you have a history of heart problems, high blood pressure, a bad back or other health concern pay a neighbor kid a few dollars to shovel for you.
Free the Fire Hydrants!
As the snow piles up the fire hydrants get covered. Many hydrants are painted bright yellow or red so that in case of a fire emergency the firemen will be able to put the fire out. Buildings may be surrounded by snow but that will not help in case of fire. Too often people forget to dig out the fire hydrants and sometimes they even get covered during snow removal from driveways and roads. Please take a little time to expose your fire hydrants in case of an emergency!
Clear Snow From Vents and Heat Pumps
If your exterior vents become covered with snow or ice they can not do their job and toxins like carbon dioxide could become dangerous not to mention increased fire hazard. If you aren't worried about your safety consider that your heat pump or dryer will have to work hard, use more energy and may fail all together if you do not clear the snow and ice away for your external vents and heating elements.
Wear Sunglasses and Sun Screen
Snow blindness and burnt skin happen much faster than people realize when the ground is covered with snow. Protect your eyes and your skin by wearing your sunglasses and sunscreen.
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- Wet spots are usually ice spots.
- Keep exterior vents clear of snow and ice.
- Wear sunscreen in the snow.