Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Winter Driving Tips and information from the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

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Be Aware! Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings A winter storm watch indicates that severe winter weather may affect your area. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings A winter storm warning indicates that severe winter weather conditions are definitely on the way or are already here. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings A winter weather advisory is issued when accumulations of snow or freezing rain/sleet will cause significant inconveniences and, if caution is not exercised, could lead to life-threatening situations. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings A blizzard warning means that large amounts of falling or blowing snow and sustained winds of at least 35 miles per hour are expected for several hours. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings When winter weather strikes… Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings When winter weather strikes… if you don’t have to drive, Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Winter Storm Watches and Warnings When winter weather strikes… if you don’t have to drive, DON’T. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Pay attention to the news. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Pay attention to the news. Local radio and television stations provide up-to-date weather information. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Pay attention to the news. Investing in a NOAA weather radio is another way to receive weather and other emergency alerts. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Pay attention to the news. In addition, the Iowa Department of Transportation offers real-time information on current road conditions on their website. . . Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Aware! Pay attention to the news. . or by calling 5 -1 -1. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! The leading cause of death during winter storms is Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! The leading cause of death during winter storms is transportation accidents. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! Preparing your vehicle for the winter season and knowing how to react if stranded or lost on the road are the keys to safe winter driving. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! Preparing your vehicle for the winter season and knowing how to react if stranded or lost on the road are the keys to safe winter driving. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Battery Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Battery • Antifreeze Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Battery • Antifreeze • Wipers/windshield washer fluid Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Ignition system Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Ignition system • Thermostat Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Ignition system • Thermostat • Lights/flashing hazard lights Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Exhaust system Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Exhaust system • Heater/Defroster Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Exhaust system • Heater/Defroster • Brakes Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Oil level. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 1 Before you drive, have a mechanic check the following items on your car: • Oil level. If necessary, replace existing oil with a winter grade oil or the SAE 10 w/30 weight variety. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: • Install good winter tires. Make sure they have adequate tread. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: • Install good winter tires. Make sure they have adequate tread. • Maintain at least half a tank of gas at all times. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: • Plan long trips carefully. Listen to the radio or call 511 for the latest road conditions. Always travel during daylight hours and if possible, do not travel alone. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: • If you must go out during a winter storm, use public transportation. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 2 Take the proper precautions to outfit you and your car for winter driving: • If you must go out during a winter storm, use public transportation. • Dress warmly. Wear loose-fitting, layered, lightweight clothing. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Flashlights and extra batteries Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Flashlights and extra batteries • First aid kit with a pocketknife Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Flashlights and extra batteries • First aid kit with a pocketknife • Necessary medications Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Blankets and/or sleeping bags Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Blankets and/or sleeping bags • Extra newspapers for insulation Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Blankets and/or sleeping bags • Extra newspapers for insulation • Plastic bags (for sanitation) Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Matches Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Matches • Extra set of mittens, socks and a wool cap Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Matches • Extra set of mittens, socks and a wool cap • Rain gear and extra clothes Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Small sack of sand or kitty litter to generate traction under car wheels Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Small sack of sand or kitty litter to generate traction under car wheels • Small shovel and other tools (screwdriver, pliers, wrench) Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Jumper cables Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Jumper cables • Brightly-colored cloth (red is best) to use as a flag Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Jumper cables • Brightly-colored cloth (red is best) to use as a flag • Canned fruits/nuts and non-electric can opener • Bottled water Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

Be Ready, BEFORE You Drive! 3 Keep the following items in your car at all times during the winter months: • Jumper cables • Brightly-colored cloth (red is best) to use as a flag • Canned fruits/nuts and non-electric can opener • Bottled water Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Stay in the car. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Stay in the car. Do not leave to search for assistance unless help is visible within 100 yards. You may become disoriented and lost in blowing and drifting snow. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Hang a brightly-colored cloth on the radio antenna and raise the hood to draw attention. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Do minor exercises to keep up circulation. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Do minor exercises to keep up circulation. Clap hands and move arms and legs. Try not to stay in one position for too long. If more than one person is in the car, take turns sleeping. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Avoid overexertion. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Avoid overexertion. Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart. Unaccustomed exercise like snow shoveling or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Run the engine occasionally to keep warm. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Run the engine occasionally to keep warm. Turn the engine on for about 10 minutes each hour. Run the heater and turn on the dome light while the engine is running. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Run the engine occasionally to keep warm. Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow, and open a downwindow slightly for ventilation. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… For warmth, huddle together. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Frostbite and Hypothermia Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Frostbite is a severe reaction to cold exposure that can be permanently damaging. Symptoms include: loss of feeling and a white or pale appearance in fingers, toes, nose or earlobes. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Hypothermia can be brought on when the body temperature drops below 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Hypothermia Symptoms include: uncontrollable shivering, slow speech, memory lapses, stumbling, drowsiness and exhaustion. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected… Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected… Begin warming the person slowly and seek immediate medical assistance. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected… Warm the person’s trunk first. Use your own body heat to help. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected… Arms and legs should be warmed last because stimulation of the limbs can drive cold blood to the heart and lead to heart failure. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected… Put the person in dry clothing and wrap their entire body in a blanket. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine or alcohol in it. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine or alcohol in it. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine or alcohol in it. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine or alcohol in it. Caffeine, a stimulant, can cause the heart to beat faster and alcohol, a depressant, can slow the heart. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

If You Get Trapped DURING a Blizzard… Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine or alcohol in it. Both can hasten the ill effects of cold body temperatures. Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division

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