Get Prepared
In case of fire...
Follow Your Escape Plan!
Remember to GET OUT, STAY OUT and CALL 9-1-1 or your local emergency phone number.
* If closed doors or handles are warm, use your second way out. Never open doors
that are warm to the touch.
* Crawl low under smoke.
* Go to your outside meeting place and then call for help.
* If smoke, heat or flames block your exit routes, stay in the room with doors closed.
Place a wet towel under the door and call the fire department or 9-1-1.
Open a window and wave a brightly colored cloth or flashlight to signal for help.
Use Caution with Fire Extinguishers
* Use a portable fire extinguisher ONLY if you have been trained by the fire
department and in the following conditions:
o The fire is confined to a small area, and is not growing.
o The room is not filled with smoke.
o Everyone has exited the building.
o The fire department has been called.
* Remember the word PASS when using a fire extinguisher.
o Pull the pin and hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you.
o Aim low. Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire.
o Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.
o Sweep the nozzle from side to side.
Winter Storm Safety Checklist
Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, winddriven snow that lasts for several days. Some winter storms are large enough to affect several states, while others affect only a single community. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, icing, sleet and freezing rain.
Other useful information
Know the Difference
Winter Storm Outlook
Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2 to 5 days.
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. When caution is used, these situations should not be life threatening.
Winter Storm Watch
Winter storm conditions are possible within the next 36 to 48 hours. People in a watch area should review their winter storm plans and stay informed about weather conditions.
Winter Storm Warning
Lifethreatening, severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours. People in a warning area should take precautions immediately.
