Snowy Weather Tips

Prepare Your Home:

• Insulate your home to prevent heat loss and drafty areas.

• Keep extra blankets, flashlights, water, and a supply of non-perishable food readily available.

• Have a generator on standby, but keep it outdoors.

Keep the area around your natural gas meter clear:

• Check your gas meter, especially after storms, to ensure it’s free from debris, ice, snow, or other blockages.

• Gently remove snow buildup around and on top of the meter using a broom or your hands—avoid using a shovel, as it could damage the meter.

• Prevent ice from accumulating on the meter by ensuring that gutters or other sources of dripping water are not directed at it.

• Ensure that paths to the meter are free of obstacles, such as snow piles.

Stay Indoors During Heavy Snow:

• Avoid unnecessary travel during snowstorms.

• If you must go outside, limit your time outdoors and dress appropriately.

Clear Snow Safely:

Enjoy the outdoors for short periods of time during cold weather. It will lift your mood and you’ll get a dose of vitamin D.

• When shoveling snow, take breaks to avoid overexertion.

• Push snow instead of lifting it, and avoid twisting your back while shoveling.

• Use a snow blower with caution, and keep hands and feet clear of moving parts.

Prepare for Power Outages:

• Charge your electronic devices and have extra batteries on hand.

• Keep a supply of bottled water in case pipes freeze or the water supply is interrupted.

Be Careful on Ice:

• Walk slowly and take short steps on icy surfaces.
• Use salt or sand to prevent slips on driveways and walkways.

Check on Neighbors:

• Look out for neighbors who might need assistance during or after a snowstorm.