While the danger from winter weather varies across the country, nearly all Americans, regardless of where they live, are likely to face some type of sever winter weather at some point in their lives.  Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, icing, sleet and freezing rain.  Follow the links below for information on keeping yourself and your famiy safe during extreme winter weather and what to do if a cold-weather health emergency arises.

EXTREME COLD – A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety − Published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Storms & Extreme Cold – FEMA (Federal Emergency (Management Administration) web site with information on what to do before, during and after an emergency following winter storms and extreme cold.