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Step 1
The first step for snowed in preparedness is to have all of the necessities that your family needs. Before the beginning of winter, stock up on things like bottled water, non-perishable foods that can be eaten without cooking them, warm clothes, medication and diapers (if necessary). You certainly won't want to be snowed in without food to eat and diapers for the baby!
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Step 2
Be ready for a power outage at any time. In times of extreme weather, power outages may happen. Keep flashlights, candles and other light sources in a place that can be easily found, even without the availability of lighting.
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Step 3
Keep your laptop and cell phone charged at all times. If the power is out, you may need these items to communicate with others or search for news about the status of the power outage.
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Step 4
Weatherize your home. Seal up any cracks around windows and doors. This will keep the cold out of your home, as well as keeping the heat in. This is always beneficial, but is especially helpful during the coldest of winter storms.
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Step 5
Keep a stash of fun, snow day things available. Make sure to have board games, books, and movies available for family entertainment. Make the most of this snow day - it's an opportunity to spend time with your family, since there isn't any pressure to go out or take care of errands. Sit your family down for some family fun time. Even if your family is hesitant at first, the day may end up being great.
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Step 6
When a snowstorm is predicted, bring home anything that you may need for work. If you have the luxury of working from home, be prepared to take the opportunity. While your coworker has to fight through the snow to get to work, you'll wake up late, turn on your computer, and work while you're snowed in.
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Step 7
When it seems like you may be snowed in, go home. Ask your family to go home as well. It is better to be at home, and know where your family is, during a snow day.
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Step 8
During the snow day, if you can, throw diets and responsibilities to the wind. Use the snow day as a chance to have fun. Think of it this way: if you weren't snowed in, you'd probably be at work, so this day should be like a surprise vacation day. Have fun with the time that you have. And, eat whatever you want! It's not every day that you have such a great excuse not to go to the gym.
Comments
rnmassage said
on 11/13/2009 Good tips for being snowed in.. there is nothing worse than not being able to get out and having nothing to do at home. I like to keep soup ingredients available for emergencies... fresh hot chicken noodle soup is comfort food on a snowy day :)
Rockney said
on 11/3/2009 Interesting article! 5*!