Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Tips to prepare for the winter season amid COVID-19 pandemic – WFMYNews2.com

Before a winter storm strikes, you should have a communication and disaster plan.

GREENSBORO, N.C. Winter Weather Preparedness Week runs from December 6 12 in North Carolina. Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging all North Carolinians to plan and prepare now, before potentially dangerous winter weather arrives.

All North Carolinians should be prepared for inclement weather throughout the year, Governor Cooper said. This year has shown us just how unpredictable North Carolinas weather can be.

Governor Cooper is also urging residents to monitor changing weather conditions by listening to local media, update their plans and supply kits, and pay close attention to winter weather watches, warnings and advisories.

During the winter season, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Winter storms can bring cold temperatures, power failures, loss of communication services, icy roads, and other serious problems.

Before a winter storm strikes, you should have a communication and disaster plan. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, has made preparing for disasters and emergencies a little bit more complicated this year. But, everyone, especially those who are at an increased risk for severe illness from the virus, should prepare now for the effects a winter storm can have on personal and public health.

Here are some suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to prepare your home before a winter storm hits.

Have your chimney or flue inspected each year.

Install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector.

For older adults, keep an easy-to-read thermometer inside your home.

Create an emergency car kit.

Listen to weather forecasts, and check your supplies.

For more information on how to prepare for winter storms and other hazards that affect North Carolina, visit the ReadyNC website.

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