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Winter Safety Tips
Jack M. Martins
December 28, 2010
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Winter weather can be unforgiving at times, delivering lake-effect snows and ice storms, blizzard-like conditions and subzero temperatures. It is important that we are prepared to safely enjoy the winter season.
The New York State Office of Emergency Management offers a Winter Preparedness page full of helpful information you can use to be protect yourself and those closest to you throughout the winter months ahead.