November 22, 2010
By Warren Kagarise
NEW 10:15 A.M. NOV. 22, 2010
Snow continues to fall in Issaquah, but roads remain open and Issaquah School District schools opened as usual Monday morning.
The school district cancelled afternoon kindergarten, early childhood education, Head Start and all-after school activities for Monday due to the snow.
City Public Works Operations Department crews worked through the night to apply de-icer to city streets.
In addition, all city Parks both can lead to heat illness.
* Keep a winter storm survival kit in your car. The kit should include blankets, food, flares, chains, gloves and first aid supplies.
* If possible, avoid being outside during the coldest part of the day, or for extended periods of time in extreme cold weather.
* Most of your body heat is lost through your head so wear a hat, preferably one to cover your ears.
* Mittens provide more warmth to your hands than gloves.
* Wear waterproof, insulated boots to help avoid hypothermia or frostbite by keeping your feet warm and dry and to maintain your footing in ice and snow.
* Take frequent breaks and stay hydrated.
* Get out of wet clothes immediately and warm the core body temperature with a blanket or warm fluids like hot cider or soup. Avoid drinking caffeine or alcohol if you expect you or someone you are trying to help has hypothermia or frostbite.
* Prepare your vehicle. Winterize your car by taking your vehicle to a trusted mechanic, who will check things, like the tires for appropriate pressure and tread, the cooling system, the battery, the wiper blades and washer fluid, etc.
* During the winter months, make sure to keep your gas tank near full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines. Keep extra blankets in the trunk in the event that you are stranded and have to wait for help.
Written by Warren Kagarise Filed Under Local News
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