Are you ready?
A Blizzard Watch goes into effect Friday afternoon through Saturday night with the potential for 18 to 24 inches of snow in Carroll County and the surrounding area.
In addition to the bread, milk and toilet paper, here's a list, courtesy of the National Weather Service, of other ways you should be prepared for the storm:
Heating fuel: refuel before you are empty; fuel carriers may not reach you for days after a winter storm Emergency heat source: fireplace, wood stove or space heater, properly ventilated to prevent a fire Fire extinguisher, smoke alarm; test smoke alarms once a month to ensure they work properly Extra pet food and warm shelter for pets Review generator safety. You should NEVER run a generator in an enclosed space. Home fires are common each winter when trying to stay warm. Review ways to keep your home and loved ones safe. Flashlight and extra batteries Battery-powered NOAA Weather Radio and portable radio to receive emergency information Extra food and water such as dried fruit, nuts and granola bars, and other food requiring no cooking or refrigeration. Extra prescription medicine Baby items such as diapers and formula First-aid supplies
Here's a list of things to consider having in your vehicles:
Mobile phone, charger, batteries Blankets/sleeping bags Flashlight with extra batteries First aid kit Knife High-calorie, non-perishable food Extra clothing to keep dry Large empty can to use as emergency toilet, tissues and paper towels for sanitary purposes Small can and waterproof matches to melt snow for drinking water Sack of sand or cat litter for traction Shovel Windshield scraper and brush Tool kit Tow rope Battery booster cables Water container Candle and matches to provide light and in an emergency, lifesaving heat. Compass and road maps, don't depend on mobile devices with limited battery life
Sykesville firefighters and EMS personnel will have extra crews staffing the station throughout the weekend to respond to whatever may arise from the storm. Be safe, and let's NOT meet by accident! |