How to stay safe in bitter cold temperatures | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
FEMA Region V
February 18, 2015
(Photo by Adam Carr)
Dangerously low temperatures and bitterly cold wind chills continue to be in the forecast for much of the Midwest this week. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants individuals and families to be safe when faced with the hazards of cold temperatures.
“Whether traveling or at home, subfreezing temperatures and wind chills can be dangerous and even life threatening for people who don’t take the proper precautions,” said Andrew Velasquez III, FEMA regional administrator. “FEMA continues to urge people throughout the Midwest to monitor their local weather reports and take steps now to stay safe.”
During cold weather, you should take the following precautions:
You can find more information and tips on being ready for winter weather and extreme cold temperatures at www.ready.gov/winter-weather.
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