Red Cross offers ways to stay safe during severe weather – KSN-TV

WICHITA, Kan. (Press Release) Winter weather poses unique challenges to people faced with bitter cold, snow, ice and power outages.

The American Red Cross has steps you should take to stay safe if you are in the path of winter storms.

Cold weather is here to stay, especially during the overnight hours, said Brittney Rochell, regional communications director of the American Red Cross of Kansas and Oklahoma. Whether facing power outages, trying to keep your home warm or having to be outside in the coldest hours, you can follow these steps to keep your home and family safe.

POWER OUTAGE TIPS

Sudden power outages can be frustrating, troublesome and even dangerous. If a power outage is two hours of less, you need not be concerned about the loss of perishable foods. However, for prolonged outages, there are steps you can take to keep all members of your household safe and comfortable (More home power outage safety tipshere):

HEATYOUR HOME SAFELY

Its that time of year when many people resort to space heaters and other sources to keep their homes warm.To reduce the risk of heating related fires, the Red Cross recommends these steps (More home fire safety information availablehere):

STAY SAFE DURING WINTER WEATHER

For more safety tips: American Red Cross of OklahomaandAmerican Red Cross Kansas

For other Red Cross Safety tips:

You can also download the Red Cross Emergency App for instant access to weather alerts. Expert medical guidance and a hospital locator are included in the First Aid App. Both apps are available to download for free in app stores or atredcross.org/apps.

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