Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week
October 18 - 24, 2009
Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. has designated October 18 - 24, 2009 "Winter Weather Preparedness Week," marking the annual campaign by Colorado, the National Weather Service, the Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association, and emergency managers around Colorado
to promote
winter weather safety.
Click here for the Governor's proclamation.
The key to avoiding serious injury or death during a winter storm or cold snap is knowing the safety rules to survive cold weather. Staying informed of forecasts and warnings for winter storm conditions will let you prepare early to avoid travel and other exposure to harsh cold weather conditions.
What kind of winter hazards can I expect in Colorado?
What can I do to protect myself and my family from winter hazards?
What can I do to protect my house from severe winter weather?
What should I have in my car to protect myself and my family if I'm caught in a winter storm?
How do I find out about what the weather is doing this winter in Colorado?
Link to the Colorado Department of Transportation for current road conditions.
More Winter Storm Preparedness Tips |
National Weather Service in Boulder
http://www.crh.noaa.gov/den National Weather Service in Grand Junction National Weather Service in Pueblo |