Preparing for Cold Weather
January 16, 2007 by Maricar
Filed under General Housekeeping and Homemaking, Safety at Home
Winter has finally arrived in my neck of the woods. I seem to have forgotten all about it. But now, it’s here and it’s cold. Very cold.
Here are some tips and reminders for making sure your home and family are safe in cold weather.
Replenish your emergency supply kits including battery-operated radio and flashlights.
Have extra blankets on hand.
Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make sure everyone in your house knows how to use them. House fires pose an additional risk, as people turn to alternate heating sources without taking the necessary safety precautions.
Do NOT bring heating devices into the home that are intended for outdoor use, such as barbecues and other cooking equipment or other fuel burning devices. These items can produce deadly carbon monoxide.
Learn how to shut off water valves (in case a pipe bursts).
via Ukiah Daily Journal; Image: WJCC
Tags: cold weather safety, winter safety, housekeeping, homemaking
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