winter weather

OK - It's getting chilly... storms are covering towns in snow, and people are at risk... what can you do? Learn about Winter Safety: Winter Safety Campaign Winter Safety Tips Brrr… Winter Safety and Warmth 8 Safety Tips For Using Your Log Splitter This Winter Winter Fire Safety Winter Weather Health & Safety Updates…Pet Safety Winter Preparedness for Your Business...

So for the time being, weather has calmed on the coasts, but a bitter cold system spreads through the central states and part of the northeast. This arctic blast i s heading beyond the Midwest, venturing south as well. With zero degree temperatures in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, we know Winter is really here. All major weather predictors call for heavy...

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) remind us to be prepared for weather-related emergencies, including power outages. Stock food that needs no cooking or refrigeration and water stored in clean containers. Eating Right During a Power Outage. Ensure that your cell phone is fully charged. When planning travel, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions. Keep an up-to-date emergency...

Are you prepared for the holidays? The Federal Emergency Management Agency is pleased to invite you to join a webinar on how to prepare for winter weather and discuss holiday preparedness safety tips.  Title: ‘Tis the Season: Preparing for a Winter Storm and the Holidays Date: Thursday, December 10, 2015 Time:  2:00 - 3:00 p.m. (ET) Register Meanwhile, review these...

We talked about the cold Winter already settling in on us yesterday in our It’s Cold! post. What happens if you didn't follow those Winter Safety Tips and find yourself suffering? Learn about Frostbite & Hypothermia How to Avoid Frostbite Winter Weather: Frostbite Do You Know the Signs of Hypothermia? Recognizing Hypothermia Don't forget Cold Stress & Cold Weather Safety, too!

The weather outside is frightening... well that may be a jolly holiday jingle, but it spells danger, too! Even here is Sunny Southern California, temperatures are dropping to freezing levels, a sever winter is anticipated, and nationwide, we all need to be ready for winter safety. Remember to follow Winter Safety Tips including considering Warmth and Winter Fire Safety. Some great resources for Winter Safety...

We've discussed Hypothermia, including Recognizing Hypothermia as well as Cold Stress & Frostbite in the past. Now with Winter fast approaching and temperatures plummeting, FEMA reminds us we need to learn the signs of hypothermia With Winter just around the corner, it is time to think about cold weather safety; specifically hypothermia. Hypothermia is a dangerous drop in body temperature, usually caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures...

Winter isn't over - spring comes in March - while it may be hot right now in California, Ohio is freezing... what will tomorrow bring? Hard to say... be ready for freezing cold, or melts and flooding.. just be weather-ready in general! It is a good idea to focus on a few basic things to keep your employees, and yourself, safe and...

In this day and age of Wireless Emergency Alerts, Internet, etc. why would you want a radio? Because Internet and cell service are very likely to be out in an emergency. The NOAA Weather Radio network provides voice broadcasts of local and coastal marine forecasts on a continuous cycle. The forecasts are produced by local National Weather Service Forecast Offices. Coastal stations also broadcast predicted tides and real time observations from buoys and coastal meteorological stations operated by NOAA's National Data Buoy Center. Based on user demand, and where feasible, Offshore and Open Lake forecasts are broadcast as well. The NOAA Weather Radio network provides near continuous coverage of the coastal U.S, Great Lakes, Hawaii, and populated Alaska coastline. Typical coverage is 25 nautical miles offshore, but may extend much further in certain areas. NOAA WEATHER RADIO ALL HAZARDS NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information directly from the nearest National Weather Service office. NWR broadcasts official Weather Service warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazard information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Working with the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC) Emergency Alert System , NWR is an "All Hazards" radio network, making it your single source for comprehensive weather and emergency information. In conjunction with Federal, State, and Local Emergency Managers and other public officials, NWR also broadcasts warning and post-event information for all types of hazards – including natural (such as earthquakes or avalanches), environmental (such as chemical releases or oil spills), and public safety (such as AMBER alerts or 911 Telephone outages). Known as the "Voice of NOAA's National Weather Service," NWR is provided as a public service by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce. NWR includes 1025 transmitters, covering all 50 states, adjacent coastal waters, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the U.S. Pacific Territories. NWR requires a special radio receiver or scanner capable of picking up the signal. Broadcasts are found in the VHF public service band at these seven frequencies (MHz): Cool from Weather UnderGround... 140+ Weather Stations and this COOL free App! You need to upgrade your Flash Player. Continue reading →

Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments may be at risk of cold stress. Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety Winter Safety Campaign Extreme cold weather is a dangerous situation that can bring on health emergencies in susceptible people, such as those without shelter, outdoor workers, and those who...