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Tips For Preparing For Winter Weather

Tips For Preparing For Winter Weather

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agneskantaruk / Adobe Stock Prepare Your Home Prepare your home to keep the cold weather outside by using insulation, caulking and weather stripping to seal up any leaks around windows, doors, and vents. Know how to keep pipes from freezing. Gather supplies you'll need in case you get stuck at home for several days without power, including food and safe drinking water. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights and be sure to charge your phone and other important electronics ahead of the storm. When stocking up keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication (if possible, if you are within one week of running out of any medication get a refill early). Remember the needs of your pets.If you are putting down salt or snow melting chemicals and have pets it's importa...