If youhaveto suffer through a natural disaster, a blizzard is a good one.
Here are some tips and instructions for blizzard survival.
In other words: This storm is serious business.
It also can mean a life-threatening or damaging combination of snow and/or ice accumulation with wind.
Watches
Watches are intended to provide enough lead time so you could make plans to stay safe.
This doesnt mean that significant and hazardous winter weatherwilloccurit only means it is possible.
Advisories
Winter storm advisories indicate that less serious (but still concerning) weather conditions are possible.
Remember, though, a storm can change from one condition to another, so keep checking back.
Go to theNational Weather Services sitefor more in-depth weather-warning information.
Outside is where the Death is.
Dont forget your pets.
Bring them inside, too.
If you have electric heat, crank it up as the storm approaches in case you lose power.
Stuff towels and rags under doors to conserve heat.
Be careful with alternative heaters like kerosene.
verify Jack Torrance doesnt sabotage the radio and snowcat to keep you and Danny trapped in the Overlook.
Layer your clothing: Wear layers of light clothing.
It definitely beats being trapped in a snowstormwithouta car.
You dont want to die of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Indicate you are in distress to the outside world: Call 911 if you’re able to.
Tie a brightly colored cloth or ribbon to your antenna or door.
If the snow stops, raise your hood.
It is a bad idea to go walking around in a blizzard.
You will get lost, cold, wet, and maybe even hit by another driver.
double-check you wear a hat.
A smaller space is easier to heat.
You could try lining the windows with newspaper or those discarded fast food bags you never cleaned up.
Just verify you shut everything off to avoid battery drain.
Roll down the window a crack while the engine is running to avoid the possibility of inhaling carbon monoxide.
Other than cold, carbon monoxide is your biggest danger.
Dont be surprised if the authorities tell you to sit tight, though.
Despite the advice of Facebook experts,you should not change your voicemailto indicate where you are.
Now youre stumbling blindly through a snowstorm and freezing to death.
But heres what to do:
Find shelter: Get out of the wind and snow.
Build a fire for heat and to attract attention.
Place rocks around the fire to absorb and reflect heat.
I think theyre being very optimistic.
But learnwilderness survival tactics if you are likely to be at risk.
