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Show Winter Tips : : ; 7 Keep Posted On Weather Winter storms kill ' persistently -- from year to year - by both direct , and indirect means. Attributable deaths come from automobile accidents, overexertion, exhaustion and consequent con-sequent fatal heart attack, exposure and fatal freezing as well as home fires, carbon monoxide poisoning in stalled cars, falls on slippery walks, and electrocution from downed wires. The first step in winter preparedness is keeping posted on weather conditions. Listen to your local radio station, Weather Service Radio, or your local television station to keep informed of current forecasts in your area. Even a few hours warning may enable you to avoid being caught outside in a severe storm or better prepared to cope with it at home. The terms "watch" and "warning" are used for winter storms, as for other natural hazards. "Watch" means severe winter weather conditions con-ditions may affect your area. Keep listening for advisories and begin precautionary measures. measur-es. "Warning" means severe winter weather conditions are imminent and immediate action should be taken to protect life and property. You should also understand un-derstand the terms commonly used in weather forecasts. A "blizzard" is the most dangerous of all winter storms. It combines cold air, heavy snow, and strong winds that blow the snow about and may reduce visibility to only a few yards "Travelers' Advisories" Ad-visories" are issued to indicate that snow, sleet, and freezing rain or drizzle will make driving difficult. "Ice Storm" is the term used to describe freezing rain or drizzle when a substantial glaze layer accumulates. |