Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
Winter represents one of the most beautiful, yet challenging seasons in New England. The Dartmouth campus is blanketed by bitterly cold temperatures and massive amounts of snow each year. A long history of living in this climate has afforded Dartmouth the ability to manage the snow and ice. Preparations made each fall in anticipation of the winter are usually enough, but occasionally we get more snow or cold weather than is expected. To prepare for these instances there are precautions you can take to stay safe and stay warm during the winter months.
Recommendations
For your safety:
- Dress in layers; wear clothing that will keep you warm
- Limit outdoor activities when temperatures drop below freezing
- Take care while walking or driving in icy conditions
- Avoid unnecessary travel during snow or ice storms
- Keep an AM/FM radio with NOAA Weather Radio capabilities accessible
- Monitor your email, news broadcasts, and the Emergency Preparedness web page for updates and recommendations
In general:
- Be sure that windows and doors are closed and insulated, if necessary
- Monitor plumbing for signs of frozen pipes
- Take care while clearing snow from roofs
- Keep your car's fuel tank full
- Monitor weather forecasts regularly
- Be informed about what winter weather terms (Advisory, Watch, Warning, etc.)
- Be prepared for power outages
For more information, please visit:
Ready.Gov: Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
