Plan Ahead for Frigid Weather
From
Middle Paxton Township
Sent
Mon, Jan 20 @ 12:02pm
Description
Dear Residents,
As we prepare for the frigid weather, we want to help ensure that you are fully prepared and safe during the frigid temperatures. Here are some important steps you can take to plan ahead:
1. Check Your Heating System: Ensure your heating system is working properly. If you experience any issues, please contact your service technician.
2. Prepare Emergency Supplies: Keep essentials like extra blankets, warm clothing, flashlights, batteries,
bottled water, and non-perishable foods on hand in case of power outages.
3. Protect Your Pipes: To prevent pipes from freezing, leave cabinet doors open under sinks to allow warm
air to circulate. Consider letting faucets drip overnight to keep water flowing.
4. Space Heater Safety: If using space heaters, ensure they are placed away from flammable materials and
never left unattended. Always turn them off when you leave a room or go to bed.
5. Dress Warmly: Layer clothing and wear warm hats, gloves, and scarves if you need to go outside. Avoid
prolonged exposure to cold weather.
6. Check on Neighbors: Cold weather can be especially tough for elderly or vulnerable residents. If you know
anyone who might need assistance, reach out and offer support.
7. Stay Informed: Monitor local weather reports and be aware of any emergency alerts, particularly
regarding power outages, road conditions, or severe weather warnings.
8. Never leave pets outside for an extended period of time; ensure all pets have adequate shelter, water, and
food.
Let’s plan ahead to stay safe and warm during this cold weather.
This notification was posted by Middle Paxton Township. Middle Paxton Township is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
