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Last-Minute Home Prep for a Nationwide Winter Storm

A severe winter storm threatens up to 160 million Americans with heavy snow, ice and extreme cold, prompting last-minute home safety steps: stock extra blankets and coats, prepare backup heat sources if available, have matches and dry kindling ready, and follow grid warnings to stay warm and safe during potential power outages.

via The New York Times|

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Snowstorm Prep: Fill Your Bathtub for a Critical Water Lifeline

As winter storms approach, experts urge homeowners to fill their bathtubs with water to ensure a ready supply if pipes freeze and cut off the water; bathwater isn’t ideal for drinking, but can be boiled or purified for safety, and is useful for bathing, cleaning and flushing toilets during outages, alongside tips on identifying and thawing frozen pipes and general winter preparedness.

via Tom's Guide|

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