Winter Storm Prep - How YOU Can Prepare for this Significant Winter Storm
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🧊❄️ HOW YOU CAN PREPARE FOR THE WINTER STORM ❄️🧊
City of New Albany Public Works and Public Safety teams continue preparing for significant snowfall and wintry conditions expected later today. Crews have been pre-treating roadways with brine throughout the city in anticipation of the storm.
“The snow and ice from this storm looks like it may stick around for the next 10 days or more, so we ask everyone to please be patient with one another. Our crews will be working around the clock to restore travel throughout the City. You can help by making room for snow removal equipment, and if you’re able, take a moment to check in on your friends, family, and neighbors,” said Mayor Jeff Gahan.
Current forecasts are calling for one of the largest snowfall events we’ve seen in many years, with temperatures expected to remain below freezing for several days afterward. If this holds, snow and icy conditions could be with us for some time. Here’s how you can prepare:
🛒 Stock Up Early
Food and water for several days
Medications and baby or pet supplies
A snow shovel
Any essentials you may need if roads become impassable
🔦 Prepare for Possible Power Outages
Flashlights and extra batteries
Fully charged phones, power banks, and medical devices
A battery-powered radio, if available
🏠 At Home
Protect pipes from freezing
Keep blankets and warm clothing easily accessible
🚗 If You Must Travel
Fuel up vehicles
Keep an emergency kit in your car (blankets, flashlight, snacks)
Heavy snowfall combined with prolonged cold may make travel difficult for a period of time. Preparing now helps keep you and your family safe and comfortable.
📞 Please use the city’s non-emergency line (812-944-6411) to report downed power lines, fallen trees, low branches, abandoned vehicles in roadways, or other non-emergency winter issues. For emergencies, dial 911.
📢 Please continue to follow City channels for updates as conditions change.
