Georgians Encouraged to Prepare for Winter Weather December 1, 2014 Governor Nathan Deal has proclaimed the week of December 1-5 as Winter Weather Preparedness Week. During this week, Georgians are encouraged to prepare for severe winter weather by stocking supplies, making a plan and learning about the different types of winter weather. “By making a winter weather plan and staying informed, all Georgians can do their part to stay safe as the temperature in our state drops,” said Governor Deal. “During Winter Weather Preparedness Week, an initiative of the Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force, our citizens will be provided with information to help equip their families and homes with the tools necessary to prevent dangerous winter weather situations before they happen.” Winter Weather Preparedness Week focuses on a different preparedness topic each day. The Georgia Emergency Management Agency/Homeland security’s (GEMA) Ready Georgia campaign is urging residents to learn about different ways to prepare. Monday, December 1, 2014, Georgians can learn about the different types of severe weather that affect Georgia. Tuesday, December 2, 2014, they can learn about the different types of winter weather alerts and what they mean. Wednesday, December 3, 2014, learn how to prepare a Ready Kit and make a plan for severe winter weather. Thursday, December 4, 2014, learn best practices for driving in winter conditions and how to pack a mobile Ready Kit. The most important preparedness step Georgians can take is to put together a Ready Kit with a three-day supply of food, water and other critical supplies needed when winter weather causes power outages or makes it unsafe to travel. In addition, putting together a mobile Ready Kit for vehicles that includes a car charger, ice scraper, jumper cables, blankets and sand for traction is recommended. It’s also important to stay weather-aware by monitoring the news for potential storms. Using a NOAA Weather radio at home and Ready Georgia’s mobile app on the go to get alerts are also good ways for residents to make sure they aren’t caught off guard. The mobile app was upgraded earlier this year to add audible alerts that are geo-targeted to the user’s location, keeping them more aware of changing weather conditions. For more information on preparing for winter weather and other disasters, contact the Rabun County EMA or visit ready.ga.gov or gema.ga.gov.
Posted on: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 03:14:40 +0000
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