Fort Wayne, IN – The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Northern Indiana is urging residents to prepare for the first snowflakes of the season, which could arrive as early as next weekend and continue into the start of next week.
According to the NWS, cooler air will move into the region, bringing the potential for light snow and a reminder that winter weather preparations should begin now. Forecasters say that while accumulation isn’t expected to be significant, the early-season chill is a good time for residents to get ahead of potential hazards.
The NWS recommends several key steps to “winterize” homes, including insulating attics and exposed pipes, caulking windows and doors, cleaning gutters, and testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with backup batteries.
Drivers are also urged to prepare their vehicles for winter conditions by assembling an emergency supply kit. Recommended items include a first aid kit, jumper cables, flashlight, blankets, mittens, snow shovel, water, snacks, and a full tank of gas.
“Be prepared for the winter months by taking steps to winterize your home and have an emergency kit in your vehicle,” the NWS Northern Indiana office said in a statement Sunday.
As temperatures drop, officials remind residents to also check on neighbors and elderly relatives who may need assistance preparing for the colder months.
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