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Category: Weather-Ready

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.

Severe Weather Preparedness Week

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This week has been designated as Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Kansas. Mary Knapp, K-State Climatologist, says it’s crucial to have a plan in place to deal with the potential effects of bad weather. She recommends:

  • Having a weather radio and checking it now to make sure you can receive alerts inside the location that you will be staying, such as the storm shelter or a safe room in your house.
  • Signing up for emergency alerts (often sent by text message) that might be offered by your county emergency preparedness office.

Knapp shares more weather preparedness tips here and 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.