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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">This has been a very
unusual winter so far! We were hit with extreme low temperatures and a
brutal storm early in the season, and now have been trying to keep up with
the on-going temperature fluctuations and severe wind and rain events that
have brought downed trees and flooding to certain areas. And to make
things even more challenging, we have been experiencing the highest
heating oil prices we have ever seen! This winter season is not over yet,
and we still need to be prepared. This article talks about some important
safety tips to follow in preparation for a winter storm.</span></font><!--mstheme--></font></h1>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">It is important to note
that when winter temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying
warm and safe can become a challenge. Extremely cold temperatures often
accompany a winter storm, so you may have to cope with power failures and
icy roads. Although staying indoors as much as possible can help reduce
the risk of car crashes and falls on the ice, you may also face indoor
hazards. Many homes may be too cold � possibly due to a power failure.
And when people must use space heaters and fireplaces to stay warm, the
risk of household fires increases, as well as the risk of carbon monoxide
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Prepare for extremely cold
weather every winter -- it's always a possibility. There are steps you
can take in advance for greater wintertime safety in your home. </span>
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can sometimes provide you with several days' notice. Listen to weather
forecasts regularly, and check your emergency supplies whenever a period
of extreme cold is predicted. If you plan to use a fireplace or wood
stove for emergency heating, have your chimney or flue inspected each
year. Ask the local fire department to recommend a certified inspector,
or find one in the yellow pages of your telephone directory under "chimney
cleaning." Also, if you'll be using a fireplace, wood stove, or kerosene
heater, install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide
detector near the area to be heated. Test them monthly, and replace
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Ensure adequate
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Use only the type of
fuel your heater is designed to use -- don't substitute. </span>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">If your heater has a
damaged electrical cord or produces sparks, don't use it. </span>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Use fireplaces, wood
stoves, and other combustion heaters only if they are properly vented
to the outside and do not leak flue gas into the indoor air space.
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Do not place a space
heater near things that may catch on fire, such as drapes, furniture,
or bedding. </span></font><!--mstheme--></font></h1>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">If your home is heated
by gas, be sure to clear any snow that may have accumulated away from
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Use battery-powered
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Never use a charcoal
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000"><b>Outdoor Safety</b></font></p>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">When the weather is
extremely cold, and especially if there are high winds, try to stay
indoors. Make any trips outside as brief as possible, and remember these
tips to protect your health and safety: </font></p>
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Dress Appropriately - Make sure to bundle up in your hats and gloves</span></u><font size="2">
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Be sure the outer layer
of your clothing is tightly woven, preferably wind resistant, to
reduce body-heat loss caused by wind. Wool, silk, or polypropylene
inner layers of clothing will hold more body heat than cotton. Stay
dry -- wet clothing chills the body rapidly. Excess perspiration will
increase heat loss, so remove extra layers of clothing whenever you
feel too warm. Also, avoid getting gasoline or alcohol on your skin
while de-icing and fueling your car or using a snow blower. These
materials in contact with the skin greatly increase heat loss from the
body. <u>Do not ignore shivering</u>. It's an important first sign
that the body is losing heat. Persistent shivering is a signal to
return indoors. It�s also a good idea, if you must travel during
extreme weather conditions, to have a small emergency bag in your car
(containing some of the emergency supply items listed previously).
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Cold weather puts an
extra strain on the heart. If you have heart disease or high blood
pressure, follow your doctor's advice about shoveling snow or
performing other hard work in the cold. Otherwise, if you have to do
heavy outdoor chores, dress warmly and</font><span style="font-weight: 400"><font face="Verdana" color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 10pt">
stay dry and make sure you <u>work slowly and pace yourself</u>.
Remember, your body is already working hard just to stay warm, so
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Avoid Ice</span></u></font><!--mstheme--></font></h1>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Walking on ice is
extremely dangerous. Many cold-weather injuries result from falls on</font><font face="Verdana" color="#000000"><span style="font-size: 10pt">
ice-covered sidewalks, steps, driveways, and porches. Keep your steps
and walkways as free of ice as possible using rock salt or another
chemical de-icing compound. Sand may also be used on walkways to
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<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: 400">Taking preventive
action is your best defense against having to deal with extreme
cold-weather conditions. By preparing in advance for winter
emergencies and by observing safety precautions during times of
extremely cold weather, you can reduce the risk of weather-related
health problems. </span></font><!--mstheme--></font></h1>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2"><font color="#000000">For more information,
you can check out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention web site
at- </font>
<a style="text-decoration: underline; text-underline: single" href="http://www.cdc.gov/">
http://www.cdc.gov/</a><font color="#000000"> and the Massachusetts
Department of Public Health web site at- </font>
<a style="text-decoration: underline; text-underline: single" href="http://www.state.ma.us/dph">
http://www.state.ma.us/dph</a><font color="#000000"> for more winter
weather health and safety tips.</font></font></p>
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