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Let’s take a look at tips to prepare for the cold weather this winter season. * **Stay up to date on the forecast.** Checking with WeatherBug for the expected weather over the next several days can help you decide when it will best to head outdoors or run errands. Limit your outdoor activity to days where more comfortable and safe weather is expected. * **Protect your pets.** The cold can be dangerous for furry friends if left outside. If extreme cold is in the forecast, consider bringing your pets indoors and limit outdoor exposure so they can stay warm. * **Get gas for the vehicle.** Extreme cold can pair with hazardous winter weather and can cause your car to get stuck. Having at least half a tank of gas in the car can keep you warm in case you get stranded. * **Assemble an emergency supply kit.** Several items are recommended in an emergency kit you should take when travelling during the winter. Jumper cables, a shovel, a first aid kit, blankets and a radio are all good items to have packed in a kit. * **Dress appropriately for the weather.** Layers are important to keep your body warm when the temperature plummets. A hat and gloves can also help prevent your body from losing heat when there is freezing weather. These are just a few tips to stay warm and prepared this winter when chilly weather arrives. Check WeatherBug frequently for updated forecasts for when the next cold blast may strike. _Source:_ weather.gov \---------- _Story Image:_ Special Weather Statement-Cold via NOAA Weather in Focus Photo Contest 2015. We use technologies, such as cookies, to analyze your use (i.e., pages visited), to customize content, for our internal analytics purposes and for security and other purposes. By continuing to use this website, you agree to this usage. 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