Looks Like Baltimore Is Going To Have A Big Snow Day – Safety Tips

If the News Media can ever make up its mind it looks like we are staring at a snow fall/blizzard from two inches to a possible two foot (depending how desperate the news station is for ratings.) Now I am pretty certain we are going to get snow, I don’t think it will be to the Epic proportions that some TV weather forecasters are promising us. But… Snow is snow and it is not to be taken lightly to move around in.

For some reason when I write a weather related blog post it does really well. Why anyone would turn to a local writer for advice during these weather events I do not know, I hope some of what I post as a guide to getting through these events helps. So, to keep in line with my public awareness posts if we experience a snow day consider the following.

Keep pets inside, especially your cat!
Dress warmly and in layers
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Do not travel unless you really, really have too
If you are driving and it is snowing leave plenty of space between you and the other car – you will slide even if you are in a 4×4 vehicle. I recommend gentle acceleration and plan your stopping distances when ever possible
If you have to shovel, shovel with the snow storm and clear your path every hour (if you have kids it will give them something to do)
If you cannot get salt to put down, use kitty litter instead
Monitor your local weather channel this weekend, get a battery radio to do this you will lose cellphone reception before you lose on old-fashioned battery radio signal. Cellphone towers do have generators, but run times will be limited
Fill up containers with water in case you lose this utility. One gallon per person per a day, store them in the bathtub
Pick up non-perishable food ie; canned goods or hydrated food (Rama noodles) enough to last 2-3 days
Keep at least a half tank of gas in your vehicle.
Pack an evacuation bag (one for each person in your house) make sure everyone in your household knows what to do
Unclog drains and gutters, it will help the thaw water drain faster and make your home less prone to flooding
If you see a Mammoth wandering down the street remember it is an awesome selfie opportunity
If you are in Maryland here is the link to Maryland Emergency Management Agency website .
The Weather Channel Severe Weather Alerts broke down by county/city can be found here – Bookmark as it is constantly updated

While I think this upcoming snow storm isn’t as huge as the news stations are making it. I recommend caution in the face of any possible major weather event, it pays to be prepared, informed and safe.