Winter in Pennsylvania can bring snow, ice, freezing rain, and dangerously cold temperatures.  With winter just around the corner, November is the perfect time to prepare your home, vehicle, and family for whatever the season brings.

Get Your Home and Vehicle Ready
Check your heating system, make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work, and gather emergency supplies.  Keep flashlights, batteries blankets, water, and nonperishable food in case a storm causes a power outage.  

Your vehicle needs some attention, too! Keep an ice scraper, small shovel, jumper cables, warm clothing, and an emergency kit in your car.

Dress for the Weather
When temperatures drop, layers help keep you warm. Start with clothing that helps keep moisture away from your skin, add a warm insulating layer, and finish with a coat that blocks wind and snow. Don't forget a hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Know Your Weather Alerts
Winter weather alerts help you know when to prepare and when to take action.
👀 Watch: Dangerous winter weather is possible. Keep checking the forecast.
⚠️ Warning: Dangerous winter weather is expected or happening. Take action to stay safe.
❄️ Advisory: Winter weather may cause problems, especially for travel. Use extra caution.

Plan Before You Travel
Check the forecast and road conditions before heading out. Visit 511PA.com for travel information, and consider delaying your trip when conditions are dangerous.

A little preparation now can make winter weather easier to handle. Take a few minutes this month to check your supplies, review your plans, and get ready for the colder days ahead.