Winter Safety

Only the worst of forecasts keep many people at home during the wintertime.  Fortunately, most of the people who do venture out manage to make it to their destination safe and sound.  However, there are always those who do become stranded temporarily, and sometimes uncomfortably, for several hours or days as a blizzard rages.  Learn how to keep safe this winter by reading more in "Stalled...but Safe" North Central Regional Extension Publication AE-1237 located at Minnehaha County Extension Office. You may also click here to print a copy.

The topics cover the following subjects:

• Wind Chill Factor Comparisons

• Watches vs. Warnings...do you know the difference?

• Planning your trip

• Winter Driving and Techniques

• Car Equipment

• Hypothermia

• What to do when you become stuck and stranded

• What to Wear - The Layer System

• Water and Food Supplies

• Medicinal Supplies

• Exercises to Do

• Heating and Ventilation - What are good sources of emergency heat?

• What to do if caught in a storm?

The Minnehaha County Extension Office also have a great video to sign out about Winter Warmth and Safety. It is entitled "Safety is No Accident:  #103 Winter Survival" from OWL TV 1/14/00. Any person or group may sign it out.  To find out more information contact Minnehaha County Extension Office at 605-367-7877.