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Severe Weather Awareness Week

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March 7-11, 2022 has been designated as Severe Weather Preparedness Week by the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service in Topeka will conduct a Tornado Drill @ 10am Tuesday, March 8th. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the drill by practicing seeking secure, safe shelter from a tornado.

Kansas State University meteorologist Chip Redmond reminds us that weather in Kansas can change pretty quickly, so it’s important to know what to do in any situation in order to remain safe.

Redmond shares more weather preparedness tips here. Keep current with weather conditions in your area by visiting the website for the Kansas Mesonet, a network of more than 70 weather stations located throughout the state.

Learn more about Severe Weather Awareness Week and take the time to practice what you would do if faced with a real weather emergency.

Food Safety after a Power Outage

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When you’ve experienced a power outage, one of the things you might be concerned about is whether or not your frozen and refrigerated food is still safe to eat. According to the USDA, your refrigerator will keep food safe for up to 4 hours during a power outage. A full freezer will hold a safe temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full and the door remains closed).

The K-State Research and Extension Food Safety team shares resources for families faced with salvaging and handling food after power outages, floods and other disasters at this site: https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/disaster.html

 

Be Safe this Winter, Plan Now

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Get ahead of winter storms by making sure your emergency kit for your vehicle is fully stocked: www.ready.gov/car

Be #WinterSafe, keep these items in the vehicle too:

    • Jumper cables
    • Flares or reflective triangle
    • Ice scraper
    • Car cell phone charger
    • Cat litter or sand for better tire traction

Depending on your travel plans, pack water, non-perishable food, and an extra set of warm clothes in the car in case you get stranded during winter weather.