The biggest winter storm mistake is checking the forecast once and moving on. Learn why winter forecasts change, what to watch instead, and how to prepare smarter before snow or ice hits.
Wind chill describes how cold it feels when wind removes heat from your skin. Learn what wind chill really means, when cold becomes dangerous, and how to stay safe during winter storms.
Winter storms cause power outages due to ice accumulation, wind, and temperature changes. Learn why outages happen, which weather signals increase risk, and how to prepare your home before the lights go out.
Black ice is one of the most dangerous winter hazards because it’s nearly invisible. Learn what temperature causes black ice, where it forms first, how to spot it early, and how to stay safe on roads and walkways.
Snow, sleet, and freezing rain may look similar, but they create very different risks. Learn how to tell what’s coming, why forecasts change, and how each precipitation type affects roads, travel safety, and power outages.
Winter storms often don’t fail because forecasts are wrong; they fail because conditions change faster than people expect. A storm that looked manageable in the morning can turn dangerous by evening due to a few subtle but critical shifts: •...
Use this winter storm preparedness checklist to stay ready 72 hours before snow or ice hits. Learn what to do at 72/48/24 hours, what weather signals to monitor, and how to prepare your home for travel hazards and power outages.
Winter alerts can be confusing fast. Learn the difference between a Winter Storm Watch, Winter Storm Warning, and Blizzard Warning—plus exactly what actions to take next to stay safe, avoid travel hazards, and prepare your home before snow and ice hit.
Discover how schools, day camps, adventure parks and public recreation areas use weather stations and lightning detection to monitor outdoor safety, heat exposure and STEM learning.
