Winter Is Coming! 

Winter weather varies by location, but regardless of where you live, you are quite likely to experience severe winter weather at some point, including dangerously low temperatures and, at times, strong winds, ice, sleet, and freezing rain.

Winter storms are referred regarded be "Deceptive Killers" by the National Weather Service since the majority of deaths are caused by the storm in an indirect manner. Instead, individuals are killed in car accidents on ice roads and from hypothermia caused by extended exposure to cold. It is critical to be prepared for winter weather before it arrives, so keep the following recommendations in mind:

Hard, Cold Winter Prep Tips

• Things to keep in your car trunk: a snow shovel, snow chains, and rock salt, or other ecologically safe solutions to melt ice and snow in case your car becomes trapped in the snow.
• Never throw hot water on the windshield to deice it; instead, use an ice-scraper. The temperature differential between the hot water and your cold automobile may cause your windshield to break.
• When the roads are slippery or the possibility of ice is near, maintain a constant pace and travel below the speed limit.
• When you encounter a patch of ice, instead of slamming on the brakes and overcorrecting, keep cool, slowly move the steering wheel in the direction you are sliding, and lightly touch the brake.
• Keep the curtains open on south-facing windows and use lighter curtains on others to let more sunshine into your home, keeping you warmer and more comfortable.
• If you have frozen water pipes, slowly apply heat, starting at the faucet and working your way to the coldest area of the pipe. If something goes wrong, using an electric heater to defrost frozen water pipes might result in electrocution.
• Instead of climbing onto the roof and risking harming the structure of the roof and falling off, use a snow roof rake to clear snow from the roof.
• Clean your gutters on a regular basis. This will not only improve drainage but will also assist to avoid ice damming. When temperatures drop, water condenses and freezes, causing ice damming.
• In the event of a power outage, avoid using kerosene heaters or any other heating equipment when camping or grilling to avoid Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning.
• Remember to use sunglasses throughout the winter since intense sunlight bouncing off snow can induce macular degeneration and potentially lead to age-related eye problems.
• Before heading outside, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and other exposed areas.
• When working or playing outside, always wear gloves to avoid frostbite, itchy, dry, and cracked skin.
• When temperatures drop, wear numerous layers of clothing, especially made of wool or synthetic fabrics such as polypropylene. Cotton, especially when damp, can cause hypothermia.

This Winter and Throughout the Year, Restoration 1 of Ellicott City Is Here For You. But don't forget to appreciate the winter wonderland! Winter is the season when we most need those warm and comfortable sentiments. Call Restoration 1 of Ellicott City if you require property damage restoration services this winter.