WINTER SURVIVAL GUIDE

Road Conditions: Dial 511

    REGIONAL – The annual weather summary from the Farmers Almanac says this winter will be warmer than normal with less snow than average.
    If December is any indication of the rest of the winter months to come, then the almanac may be a little off.  Lots of snow and bitter cold temperatures have hit the area in late December and early January.
    However, the almanac paints a picture of a late December to mid January freeze, with colder-than-normal temperatures also forecast for late January, late February and mid-March.  Snowfall is expected to be below normal throughout the winter, and come April and May, it will be warmer and drier than normal.
    It’s always fun to project what could come, but regardless of what some forecasters say, we know it’s going to be cold and snowy in Iowa during winter.  Remarkably, Shelby County in general hasn’t had to deal much yet with the white stuff.
    As Shelby County settles in for what promises to be yet another long winter, it’s a good time to remind ourselves how to prepare, especially when traveling.  Shelby County Emergency Management Director Bob Seivert said this week that’s a key to safety this winter.
    “The number one safety recommendation would be to avoid travel when the weather is bad, postpone any unnecessary travel until conditions improve,” said Seivert.  “When traveling by car, plan ahead, check road conditions on any of our state roads and our neighboring states through the internet or by calling 511.”

 
 

 

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