Greetings!
Upshur County DHSEM is closely monitioring the incoming storm by collaborating with our preparedness partners and we have readied resources to assist as needed. We will push out situational updates as needed. If you need assistance, call 911 for emergencies or 304-472-9550 for non-emergencies.
▪ Severe winter storms can bring extended power outages. Make sure you heat your home safely. Be careful if you use a generator: keep it outdoors and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and garages. If you lose power during a winter storm, don't use a gas stove or oven to heat your home and check with local officials about open warming centers nearby. More on power outage safety here: ready.gov/power-outages.
▪ Postpone non-essential travel until the roads are cleared. Allow the DOH time to clear and treat roads. If you must drive, use caution and increase your following distance to other vehicles from 3-4 seconds to 5-6 seconds.
▪ When there's a threat of winter weather coming to your area, make sure you're prepared. Have different emergency supply kits at home, at work and in the car. Visit ready.gov/kit for a list of what supplies to include in each kit!
