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With temperatures falling, we know that winter – with the frost, freezing rain, snow and ice – is not that far away. Now is a good time to prepare for winter.

The Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness (OCSWA) and its partners suggest the following tips to prepare for the cold winter months:

• Winterize your vehicle - Get a tune-up, to include an oil change and battery check. Check the lights and turn signals. Replace worn wiper blades. Pack a winter safety kit.
• Practice fire safety and prevention - The winter season and holidays create a greater risk for fires
• Prepare winter supply kits for your home and vehicle - Winter emergency kits should include flashlights, extra batteries, blankets, coats, hats, gloves, a battery-operated radio/weather radio, first aid kit, and nonperishable food and bottled water.

Winter Safety Awareness Week is November 11-17
www.weathersafety.ohio.gov

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