It is winter time in Fort McMurray again, and that means being prepared and staying safe. There are some winter weather safety tips that can be very useful, and that could even mean the difference between staying safe or being injured or even worse. One important tip is to layer your clothing when you are going to be outside in the winter weather. Several layers of light weight clothing will keep you much warmer for a longer period of time than one or two thick and heavy layers of clothing. This will help you avoid sweating, and individual layers can be peeled off as needed. It is also important to remember to wear a hat and gloves. You can lose significant body heat through your scalp and hands, and wearing gloves and a hat will help prevent this.

No list of winter weather safety tips for Fort McMurray would be complete without a reminder to keep a winter preparedness kit in your vehicle, and to make sure that your vehicle is well maintained to avoid any mechanical problems in remote areas. Your emergency kit should include food that will store for a significant time like protein bars and MREs, water, extra clothing, at least one blanket, and first aid supplies in order to treat any injuries. This emergency kit can save your life if you break down in a remote area and the weather conditions are bad or the temperatures are really low. Don’t forget to protect your pets as well, and bring them inside if it will be very cold or the weather will be severe.