Winter Weather
Cold winter conditions can be dangerous, especially during periods of extreme cold, snowstorms, or power outages. Prolonged exposure to low temperatures increases the risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and other cold-related illnesses. These risks are higher for older adults, young children, people with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and anyone without reliable heat.
If your home is without heat, you are unable to stay warm, or you need a safe place to escape severe cold, warming centers are available in our community. These locations provide a heated indoor space where individuals and families can rest, warm up, and stay safe during extreme winter weather.
Associated Resources
- CDC — Winter Weather: Before, During, and After
- CDC — Preparing for a Winter Storm
- CDC — Safety Guidelines: During & After a Winter Storm
- National Weather Service (NWS) — Winter Weather Safety & Preparedness
- NWS — Cold Weather Safety (Extreme Cold / Frostbite / Hypothermia)
- NWS — Winter Weather Warnings, Watches and Advisories
- Ready.gov — Winter Weather Preparedness
- Ready.gov — #WinterReady Social Media Toolkit
- OSHA — Winter Weather Safety Resources
- FEMA #WinterReady Toolkit (PDF)