Getting safety-ready for winter might include: having a survival kit in your car, changing the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector and staying well-hydrated and correctly clothed during outdoor fun.
To help everyone minimize the risks and hazards of winter, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety in collaboration with the National Weather Service sponsors "Winter Hazard Awareness Week" during the month of November. This week is designed to educate and reinforce simple behaviors and actions that lead to a safe and enjoyable winter season.
For additional information on this week-long event, please visit the Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) Division's website.