Winter storms can be pleasant because of snow. They’re beautiful and peaceful. But they can also be very dangerous for the simple fact that they’re cold and could do damage if the precipitation becomes too much. Snow piling up becomes heavy and down pouring rain can build up to a flood situation. Freezing rain, more often than not, will do damage to power lines and have some other unforeseen consequences. What is covered in this winter storm preparedness checklist will help you to be prepared for winter storms, to know the difference in danger levels and to be conscious of the different threats that a winter storm will present. Continue reading “Winter storm preparedness checklist: The do’s and have’s”