January | Winter Weather Safety
1. NEVER use an oven or stove to heat your home. Keep heat sources at LEAST 3 FT. from flammable objects.
2. Add winter items to your GO BAG. Include winter jackets, gloves, warm socks, blankets, and boots.
3. WATCH OUT FOR BLACK ICE. Cold temperatures and water on roads can create hard to see ice patches.
4. Add winter items to your VEHICLE. Include hand warmers, blankets, an ice scraper, and jumper cables.
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Helpful Links
- JoCoAlerts - Johnston County's Official, FREE Emergency Notification System
- ReadyNC - Official Emergency Preparedness and Management Resources from the NC Dept. of Public Safety. Includes shelter activation lists, travel conditions, and more for the entire state.
- Ready.gov - Official Emergency Preparedness and Management Resources from the US Dept. of Homeland Security.
- NWS Raleigh - National Weather Service Raleigh's Website for Weather Updates.
- JoCo Emergency Services' Facebook - The Official Facebook Page for our Organization.
- JoCo Emergency Services' Twitter - The Official Twitter Account for our Organization.
- JoCo Emergency Services' Instagram - The Official Instagram Page for our Organization.
