How farms Staying alert and prepared during severe winter waether?

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for parts of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The storm is expected to start around 10 p.m. tonight and continue through tomorrow. Snow is expected to fall throughout the area, causing significant damage to farms.

Farmers who are staying alert and prepared during severe winter weather can do a number of things to help keep their farms and businesses running smoothly. One key step is to have a plan for how to deal with emergencies, such as a power outage. Additionally, farmers should have a plan for how to keep their animals warm during winter weather.

WINTER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY YOU NEED TO KNOW

Winter Storm Watch

The National Weather Service will issue a "Winter Storm Watch" when there is a possibility of a blizzard, heavy snow, heavy freezing rain, or heavy sleet.

The NWS will typically issue these watches 12 to 48 hours before the winter storm is predicted to begin. This gives residents the ability to get prepared ahead of time.

Winter Storm Warning

The National Weather Service will issue a "Winter Storm Warning" when heavy snow, freezing rain, or sleet is either imminent or already occurring. 

Winter Storm Warnings are often issued 12 to 24 hours before meteorologists expect the storm to begin.

Winter Weather Advisory

The National Weather Service will issue a "Winter Weather Advisory" when there are accumulations of snow, freezing rain, freezing drizzle, and sleet that are considered dangerous. These advisories also point to significant inconveniences and could lead to life-threatening situations.

Before the storm strikes, make sure your farmhouse and vehicles are stocked with the supplies you might need. Make sure farm animals and pets also have the essentials they will need during a winter storm. Know how to dress for varying degrees of cold weather.

If you are on the farm, or a pat owner, please prepared before severe winter waether:

• -Move animals to sheltered areas or bring pets inside. Shelter belts, properly laid out and oriented, are better protection for cattle than confining shelters, such as sheds.
• -Haul extra feed to nearby feeding areas.
• -Have water available. Most animals die from dehydration in winter storms.
• -Make sure pets have plenty of food and water and a warm shelter.

How to Stay alert during severe winter waether for farmers?

Some farmers may find it necessary to stay alert during severe winter weather. Check the product list to see if any of your products are affected.

• // Mobile phone, charger, batteries
• // Blankets/sleeping bags
• // Flashlight with extra batteries
• // First-aid kit
• // Knife
• // High-calorie, non-perishable food
• // Extra clothing to keep dry
• // Large empty can to use as emergency toilet, tissues, toilet paper and paper towels
• // Small can and waterproof matches to melt snow for drinking water
• // Sack of sand or cat litter for traction
• // Shovel
• // Windshield scraper and brush
• // Tool kit
• // Tow rope
• // Battery booster cables
• // Water container
• // Candle and matches to provide light and in an emergency, lifesaving heat.
• // Compass and road maps
• // Two way Radio communication equipment and spare batteries

STAY SAFE DURING WINTER WEATHER

When staying safe during winter weather, be sure to follow these tips: 
-Stay informed about the latest weather conditions. Be sure to stay up-to-date on weather forecasts and advisories. 
-Be aware of your surroundings. Make sure to stay aware of your surroundings and keep a lookout for possible hazards. 
-Stay warm and dry. Make sure to stay warm and dry while inside and outside. 
-Stay safe. Do not take unnecessary risks.

stay on weather alert

Information is everything, so making sure you and your family have multiple, redundant ways to receive critical weather information is key.

This includes alerts via NOAA-enabled radios, cell phones, and information from local meteorologists.

About NOAA-enabled radios

Two Way radio with NOAA is a two way radio with the function of the national radio station network broadcasting continuous weather information.

It lets you stay in touch without a cellular network and get NOAA weather information.

Two Way radio alerts users whenever the National Weather Service releases important information.

Retevis RT76P NOAA Weather Two way radio

Retevis' RT76P NOAA Weather two way radio is a good tool for farms to receive weather information,

RT76P has 11 optional NOAA weather channels, and you can manually select the channel with the strongest signal to receive weather information. Give farm families time to prepare for the storm.

This easy-to-use NOAA two way radio is a must-have for every home.

Sho Retevis RT76P NOAA two way radio