Natural Hazards

Winter Weather

Ready.gov

• Learn how to protect yourself from blizzards, including during multiple days of no power and basic treatments for frostbite.
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Winter Weather Forecasts

National Weather Service

• Explore information like probability maps for snow, the Winter Storm Severity Index, and winter weather impact graphics.

How to prepare for a winter storm

Federal Emergency Management Agency

• Publication Date: 2017
• Quoted excerpt, "Planning and preparing can make a big difference in safety and resiliency in the wake of a winter storm."

Protecting yourself from cold stress

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

• Publication Date: 2010
• Quoted excerpt, "Extremely cold or wet weather is a dangerous situation that can cause occupational illness and injuries such as hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot, and chilblains."
• Additional language of publication: Español

Winter driving tips

National Highways Traffic Safety Administration

• Publication Date: 2017
• Quoted excerpt, "Planning and preventative maintenance are important year-round—but especially when it comes to winter driving."