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Posted on: December 11, 2022

Winter Preparedness Resources

Webpage	Blizzards, freezing rain, ice storms and extreme cold	Learn about blizzards and extreme cold conditions and what you can do to protect yourself and others.
Fact sheet	Blizzards, freezing rain, and ice storms (English)	This fact sheet explains how to be prepared when faced with a severe storm. Download, print or share. The factsheet can be downloaded in 10 different languages from the dedicated webpage.
Get Prepared: 60 Second Emergency Tip video	How can you prepare for extreme cold?	Learn how to stay safe when the temperature drops below -40°C or wind chill makes it feel that cold.
Infographic	Winter hazards preparedness infographic	Severe winter weather can be dangerous without a plan. Protect yourself and others by knowing the risks of winter hazards and make a plan.
Web directory	Attached	This directory identifies what products the Be Prepared program offers and where they are located on the web.
Webpage	Safer winter highways	Learn how to winterize your vehicle and stay safe on roadways during winter.
Webpage	Working in extreme temperatures	Health and safety information and work site practices for working in extreme cold or heat.

The Be Prepared program is available for communities to build resilience at the local level. Please feel free to share this email with anyone in a position to share preparedness information with the people they serve (i.e. your communications staff, human resources, social serving organizations etc).