City Of Dayton: Safety Tips For Severe Winter Weather

Dayton OH

02 February, 2022

11:01 AM

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Press release from the City of Dayton: February 1, 2022 Never use candles for emergency lighting Never use an oven or stovetop to heat your home Keep snow and ice 5 feet away from fire hydrants Clear outside furnace, stove, fireplace and gas dryer vents of snow and other debris to prevent carbon monoxide Don't fuel your generator while it's running Don't use a generator in a wet area; this can cause shock or electrocution Generators should always be used outside the home and at least 20 feet away from any windows or other openings Connect appliances to generators with grounded, heavy-duty extension cords to prevent electrical fires Make sure you have a carbon monoxide alarm when using space heaters or fireplaces Keep at least 3 feet distance around space heaters at all times Make sure space heaters have an automatic shut off in case it tips over Keep away from any downed power lines Install smoke alarms with battery back-ups on every floor, inside and outside all sleeping areas, and make sure they are tested monthly Install carbon monoxide alarms in your home (at least one on each level) Plan for your personal medical needs, such as refrigerated medications, oxygen devices, etc. Assemble an emergency preparedness kit with items such as water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, battery-powered radio, first-aid kit, extra batteries, cell phones with chargers, personal hygiene items, emergency contact information, pet supplies, and blankets Create a support network for help during an extended power outage This press release was produced by the City of Dayton. The views expressed here are the author's own.