Hazards: Severe Winter Storms
Severe winter storms bring heavy snow, ice, strong winds and freezing rain. Winter storms can prevent employees and customers from reaching the facility, leading to a temporary shutdown until roads are cleared. Heavy snow and ice can also cause structural damage and power outages.
Hazards: Severe Winter Storms
Other Hazards
- Hazards: Fire
- Hazards: Hazardous Materials Incidents
- Hazards: Floods and Flash Floods
- Hazards: Hurricanes
- Hazards: Tornadoes
- Hazards: Earthquakes
- Hazards: Technological Emergencies
Planning Considerations
Following are considerations for preparing for winter storms:
- Listen to NOAA Weather Radio and local radio and television stations for weather information:
- Winter Storm Watch -- Severe winter weather is possible.
- Winter Storm Warning -- Severe winter weather is expected.
- Blizzard Warning -- Severe winter weather with sustained winds of at least 35 mph is expected.
- Traveler's Advisory -- Severe winter conditions may make driving difficult or dangerous.
- Establish procedures for facility shutdown and early release of employees.
- Store food, water, blankets, battery-powered radios with extra batteries and other emergency supplies for employees who become stranded at the facility.
- Provide a backup power source for critical operations.
- Arrange for snow and ice removal from parking lots, walkways, loading docks, etc.
Last Modified: Tuesday, 21-Mar-2006 08:36:52 EST