{"id":644,"date":"2024-01-15T14:25:34","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T20:25:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/?p=644"},"modified":"2024-01-15T14:25:37","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T20:25:37","slug":"nine-best-ways-to-be-safe-in-extreme-winter-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/nine-best-ways-to-be-safe-in-extreme-winter-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"Nine Best Ways to Be Safe in Extreme Winter Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>Prepare for Extreme Winter Weather in NY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Heavy winter weather is coming so it's time to get ready. Check out nine ways to stay safe this week in the cold and snow.\" class=\"wp-image-655\" title=\"Prepare for Extreme Winter Weather in NY\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep-230x153.jpg 230w, https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NY-winter-weather-prep.jpg 724w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption><center><em>The snow and cold is coming. Let these nine tips help you get through extreme winter weather and stay safe.<\/em><\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Extreme cold could be heading our way mid-January. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov\/key_messages\/LatestKeyMessage_2.png\">NOAA<\/a>, we are looking at a good chance of heavy lake-effect snow and a moderate chance of much lower than average temps. And though it won&#8217;t last long, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/companies\">electricity company<\/a> is getting ready for it. Knowing that frigid air and snow are just around the corner, it\u2019s now time to make sure you\u2019re prepared, too. So, let\u2019s look at the nine best ways to be safe in extreme winter weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Safety in Extreme Weather at Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, you can spend most of your time at home waiting out extreme winter weather. But emergency situations still happen at home. Whether you\u2019re in the city or up in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/electricity-rates\/new-york\/rochester\">Rochester<\/a>, let\u2019s look at three tips to prepare your home for bitter cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Safe heating.<\/strong> If the power goes out, stay warm with a gas heater or fireplace. However, these heat sources are only safe when properly ventilated. If you don\u2019t use them regularly, check them before a storm. Never use generators or grills inside, even in your garage.<\/li><li><strong>Stock up.<\/strong> Don\u2019t panic and buy 700 rolls of toilet paper but do grab some essentials. Have a supply of items like water (especially if you\u2019re on a well), non-perishable food, first aid supplies, a flashlight and batteries, prescription medications, and etc.<\/li><li><strong>Protect pipes.<\/strong> When temperatures get extremely low, your pipes are more likely to freeze. You can turn cold water taps on just slightly to a drip during a cold snap. Insulating pipes also helps!<\/li><li><strong>Bonus tip!<\/strong> Since your heating system will be working overtime to keep you warm, keep your energy bill low with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\/resources\/10-quick-energy-saving-tips\">quick energy saving tips<\/a> in NY.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Safety Outside in Winter Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, whether you\u2019re shoveling snow, clearing off your car, or traveling on foot, take precautions to protect yourself in extreme cold and snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Keep it loose.<\/strong> Wear several layers, loose fitting if possible. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weather.gov\/dlh\/extremecold#:~:text=Dress%20For%20The%20Cold%3A,the%20layers%20will%20insulate%20you.&amp;text=and%20will%20sap%20your%20heat,your%20skin%20and%20dry%20quickly.\" rel=\"nofollow\">Loose layers trap air<\/a> and keep you warmer.<\/li><li><strong>Protect extremities<\/strong>. Some parts of your body are more vulnerable to cold and frostbite. Protect ears, fingers, toes, and face the best you can. Wear water resistant material for even more protection.<\/li><li><strong>Proceed with caution.<\/strong> You may have work to do outside, but overexertion in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/health-topics\/consumer-healthcare\/what-is-cardiovascular-disease\/cold-weather-and-cardiovascular-disease\" rel=\"nofollow\">extreme cold puts a strain on your heart<\/a>. Be especially careful if you have high blood pressure or heart disease.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Prep Cars for Winter Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, let\u2019s cover the three big tips for safe car travel during severe winter weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Avoid.<\/strong> If road conditions are poor, don\u2019t make any quick trips for items you don\u2019t need immediately. Stay safe inside and avoid unnecessary travel.<\/li><li><strong>Pack.<\/strong> If you must leave the house, bring a few items in case of emergency or you get stuck. For example, water, a first aid kit, a car phone charger, and a blanket. If you don\u2019t already have them, pack jumper cables, an ice scraper, and a map. Or if you have these items already, make sure you know where they are!<\/li><li><strong>Check.<\/strong> Everything from gas, to antifreeze, to wiper fluid. If you have an engine light on, get it sorted <em>before<\/em> the storm. Also check tire treads and the tire pressure, too.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on New York weather and electricity news, visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com\">https:\/\/www.nyenergyratings.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prepare for Extreme Winter Weather in NY Extreme cold could be heading [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":657,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false},"categories":[27,15,11],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Nine Best Ways to Be Safe in Extreme Winter Weather - NYEnergy Ratings: The Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With winter weather coming to New York, it&#039;s time to get ready. 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