Emergency Management Officials, National Weather
Service Encourage Winter Preparedness
November is Winter Weather Preparedness Month in
Illinois
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[November 02, 2016]
SPRINGFIELD
– According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Illinois hasn’t
had a winter without at least one winter storm in the past century.
To help people prepare for potentially dangerous snow, cold and ice
this winter, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the
NWS and local emergency management agencies will highlight winter
weather preparedness throughout November. |
“Winter weather can turn dangerous rapidly, so the best time to
prepare is before that first snowstorm or ice event,” said IEMA
Director James K. Joseph. “Many injuries and fatalities related to
winter hazards can be prevented if people take just a few minutes
now to prepare.”
Joseph said IEMA and the NWS developed a winter weather preparedness
guide to help people understand winter weather risks, along with
tips for staying safe at home, in the car and at school. It also
includes lists of suggested items for home and vehicle emergency
supply kits. The guide is available on the Ready Illinois website at
www.Ready.Illinois.gov.
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"The latest winter outlooks are indicating a snowy and cold winter in Illinois,
particularly compared to last year," said Chris Miller, warning coordination
meteorologist with the NWS office in Lincoln. "Now is the time to get ready for
winter weather by winterizing your home and vehicle, putting a few extra
survival items in your car and gathering supplies at home to be prepared in case
of an extended power outage. Being ready for winter also means changing your
driving habits by slowing down when roads are slick or visibility is low."
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