Winter Weather Preparedness Reminders & FREE Animal Hay
From
Bruceville-Eddy
Sent
Fri, Jan 23 @ 4:29pm
Description
Good Afternoon B-E!
Pearl's Place Animal Rescue is placing a round bail of hay (in the grass area) behind the Bruceville-Eddy Police Department (143 Wilcox Drive). The hay is available to anyone needing bedding for animals that have to be left outside.
As we prepare for the upcoming wintery weather event, please remember the 4 P's:
People
□ Keep warm blankets and layered clothing ready in the event of a power outage.
□ Limit time outside to avoid frostbite and hypothermia.
□ Reduce the risk of falling and heart attacks: Use caution when shoveling or just walking in snow.
□ Snow reflects sun, so use sunscreen outdoors, even in winter.
□ Be cautious of slippery, icy surfaces.
□ Check on the elderly and those living alone.
Pipes and more
□ Open cabinets attached to exterior walls containing pipes.
□ Drip or trickle drip water from outside faucets.
□ Set room temperature above 55°F.
□ Attach outside faucet/spigot covers (often made of foam; available at hardware stores).
□ Take care when using candles to avoid fires.
□ Never use ovens or stoves for heat.
□ Install and use carbon dioxide and smoke alarms.
□ Test these alarms and verify they function properly.
□ Create or refresh an emergency survival kit with critical items such as batteries, non-perishable food, water, and candles.
□ For warmth, open blinds or drapes during the day and close them at night.
□ Keep walkways clear for easy access.
□ Service HVAC systems and change filters.
□ Auto safety: Pack an emergency car kit. Drive slowly, brake cautiously, be extra alert, and extend grace to other drivers.
Plants
□ When freeze warnings loom, cover plants with something to retain heat: bedsheets, frost blankets. towels, or straw.
□ For potted plants, cover them with empty milk containers. Or bring them indoors.
□ Know the best time to trim most trees is during their dormant season, usually November through March, before new buds form. Ask your local garden center for recommendations on specific trees and plants.
Pets
□ Keep pets indoors or in sheltered areas.
□ Provide water and protect paws from the cold and salt.
□ After a snowy walk, wipe off paws to remove snow on and in between the pads.
Important Numbers to Remember:
Emergencies: Dial 911
BEPD Non-Emergency: 254-859-5072
24-HR Dispatch: 254-757-5222
B-E Water On Call: 254-640-0721
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