125530 335 First Aid & Safety Extreme Weather true Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:05:09 -0800 /system/videos/6/30/55/12/125530.flv safety, first, aid, extreme, weather, blizzard, snow, saying, secure How To Stay Safe in an Ice Storm http://www.howcast.com/videos/125530-How-To-Stay-Safe-in-an-Ice-Storm http://www.howcast.com/videos/125530-How-To-Stay-Safe-in-an-Ice-Storm/edit approved 143 640 360 <object width="425" height="273" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=125530"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=125530" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="273" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 9 Jordana_Giorgio http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/Jordana_Giorgio_HT_STAY_SAFE_IN_AN_ICE_STORM_Still_hd_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.jpg 1697 false false false 56134 1 20 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/20.jpg Have a survival kit Prepare a storm survival kit that includes flashlights and extra batteries; a battery-powered radio; water; foods that require no cooking or refrigeration; a manual can opener; first aid supplies; and a battery-operated cell phone charger.

]]> 56135 2 35 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/35.jpg Prepare a car kit Prepare a survival kit for your car that includes all the items in step one, plus flares, blankets, warm clothes, sand or kitty litter, a small can and waterproof matches for melting snow, and a shovel.

]]> 56136 3 49 Tip If your car becomes stuck, tie a bright cloth to your antenna so rescuers can see you.

]]> 56137 4 55 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/55.jpg Fill up your car Keep your gas tank filled to avoid ice buildup in the tank and fuel lines.

]]> 56138 5 60 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/60.jpg Avoid driving Don’t drive. If you must get in the car, go slowly and keep your distance from others. SUVs with four-wheel drive might drive well on ice, but they cannot stop better than any other car.

]]> 56139 6 72 Tip Make sure someone knows your travel timetable and the route you’re planning to take.

]]> 56140 7 76 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/76.jpg Stay with your car If you get stranded in your car, stay put. Run the motor 10 minutes every hour; if it’s dark out, turn on the interior lights as the engine runs so rescuers can spot you. Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning by keeping the windows open a crack and making sure the exhaust pipe is clear. Move your limbs occasionally to keep your blood circulating.

]]> 56141 8 97 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/97.jpg Walk with caution If you are outside, walk slowly, taking short steps. Stay away from utility poles and downed power lines, and avoid walking under trees; ice can cause branches to break off.

]]> 56142 9 108 Tip Be especially cautious around cars; ice may prevent them from coming to a stop at intersections.

]]> 56143 10 113 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/113.jpg Watch for fire hazards Beware of common fire hazards: Don’t use an outdoor grill inside, and if you’re using space heaters, keep them away from anything flammable. Never leave a candle unattended. Place fireplace ashes in outdoor covered metal cans.

]]> 56144 11 128 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/125530/128.jpg Check on the neighbors Check on your neighbors, especially elderly ones. They are the most vulnerable during power outages.

]]> 56145 12 135 Fact Seventy percent of winter storm-related deaths involve a car.

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