City And County Of Broomfield: Winter Weather

Broomfield CO

22 February, 2022

4:10 PM

Description

Press release from the City and County of Broomfield: February 22, 2022 Broomfield crews are preparing for an Arctic cold front forecasted to bring very cold temperatures and prolonged snow to Broomfield. What you can do to prepare: Limit driving if you can, or pack an emergency car kit if you can't . Car Kit should include the following:  Coats, hats and gloves Blanket Windshield ice scraper and snow brush Flashlight and small tool kit Shovel and road salt/sand  Basic First aid kit Tow Chain or rope  Cell phone charger  Avoid parking on the street (especially in cul de sacs) to make way for plows  Prepare for potential power outages at home with extra blankets, batteries, etc.  Prepare your home for winter conditions by keeping your heat on to a minimum of 55 degrees, and dripping faucets if temperatures drop below 10 degrees. (See more information on preventing frozen pipes.)   Contact your friends and neighbors that might need assistance preparing for or responding to high snowfall and make a response plan.  Follow along online to stay informed  throughout the storm: Subscribe to the "Happening Now" email list at Broomfield.org/BinTheLoop  Follow Broomfield Social Media Channels: Facebook.com/Broomfield  Facebook.com/BroomfieldPD Facebook.com/NorthMetroFire Twitter.com/Broomfield  Twitter.com/BroomfieldPD Twitter.com/nmfirepio Additional Info... This press release was produced by the City and County of Broomfield. The views expressed are the author's own.