Friday, January 28, 2022

I WILL BE ON AIR WITH NORTHSHORE 104.9 TO GIVE BLIZZARD PREPARATION INFORMATION

I will be on-air with North Shore 104.9fm this morning at 8:15 to provide updates and information about preparations for the impending storm. The National Weather Service predicts total snow accumulations of 18 to 24 inches. Winds gusting up to 60 mph, possibly as high as 70 mph at times across Cape Ann. 

I will be sharing storm-related updates throughout the day/ Let's start with these preparedness and safety information sources: Safety and preparedness tips for nor’easters and coastal storms: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/noreaster-coastal-storm-safety-tips 

Safety and preparedness tips for extreme cold: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/extreme-cold-safety-tips

Power outage preparedness and safety information: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/power-outage-safety-tips 

Flood safety tips: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/flood-safety-tips

Winter storm preparedness and safety information: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/winter-storm-safety-tips 

Safe winter driving tips: https://www.mass.gov/winter-weather-driving 

Winter safety tips for pets: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/winter-pet-safety-tips

The National Weather Service also reports that storm-day travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.