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How To Prepare For The Next Storm

Lane County Sheriff's Office

According to the National Weather Service a new ice storm is on its way to Lane County this weekend that could wreak as much havoc as the December ice storm.

Lane County Emergency Management urges all residents of Lane County to prepare now:
-        Stock up on firewood, propane and generator fuel
-        Stock up on drinking water for family, pets and livestock
-        Make sure you have plenty of non-perishable food
-        Recharge batteries; purchase and charge back-up batteries for medical devices
-        Stay aware of vulnerable trees weakened from the December ice storm.  Examine trees for branches and limbs that have started breaking away and take measures to protect your property and vehicles
-        Be ready to help neighbors clear their driveways from downed trees and limbs
-        Stay away from downed power lines; do not drive over or around them
-        Plan ahead of time where you and your pets can stay in the event of a long-term power outage or other reason to leave your home
-        Please check on elderly, disabled and families with young children who may need a helping hand.
-        Consider the weather when planning travel routes; staying off the roads helps to keep clean-up crews safe and efficient while keeping you safe, too.
 

Rachael McDonald is KLCC’s host for All Things Considered on weekday afternoons. She also is the editor of the KLCC Extra, the daily digital newspaper. Rachael has a BA in English from the University of Oregon. She started out in public radio as a newsroom volunteer at KLCC in 2000.
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