Winter storms can be dangerous—in an average year, snowy, slushy, or icy roads cause more than half a million vehicle crashes. Extreme winter weather can also leave your area without utilities or services for long periods of time. If your area is at risk for winter storms, it’s important to be informed, and know where to get up-to-date information if a storm is coming.
Pay attention to weather reports and warnings of freezing weather and winter storms. The National Weather Service (NWS) provides alerts and warning information to the public. Visit https://www.weather.gov/subscribe/ to sign up for alerts, and make sure to sign up for your local community’s warning system.
