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City of East Grand Forks, MN
11/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/13/2024 09:38
Winter Hazard Awareness Week is November 18-22
To help Minnesota residents minimize the risks of winter, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety sponsors Winter Hazard Awareness Week each fall in collaboration with the National Weather Service and other state, federal, and non-profit agencies.
The week features an intense news and social media information campaign that highlights daily topics, which are listed below, related to winter weather safety. The HSEM Winter Weather Safety website offers additional information, checklists, and resources to assist in local education efforts throughout the season. We encourage people, families, businesses, and organizations to use the information to review, refresh and share their winter safety knowledge and habits.
• Monday, Nov. 18: Winter Weather Overview - Ice storms, blizzards, sub-zero temperatures, winter weather watches warnings and wind chill.
• Tuesday, Nov. 19: Outdoor Winter Safety - Safety on ice, snowmobile safety, hypothermia and frostbite.
• Wednesday, Nov. 20: Winter Fire Safety - Winter and holiday fire safety, alternative heat sources, smoke detectors, cooking safety, candles and decorations.
• Thursday, Nov. 21: Indoor Winter Safety - Carbon monoxide, radon, mold and general home care.
• Friday, Nov. 22: Winter Driving - Auto safety, snowplows, road conditions, using 511, winter driving tips and car survival kits.
For additional information here is a link to the National Weather Service's winter safety page: Winter Safety