Extension Communications
3614 Administrative Services Building
Ames, Iowa 50011-3614
(515) 294-9915
12/1/00
Contacts:
Charles Schwab, Extension Safety Specialist, (515) 294-6360,
cvschwab@iastate.edu
Barb Abbott, Extension Communications, (515) 294-4843
Be Prepared for the Winter Storm Season
AMES, Iowa -- Iowa motorists may want to start thinking about their safety during the upcoming winter storm season. Iowa State University Extension has a publication that can help individuals prepare for winter driving.
"Stalled ... but Safe" is an 11-page publication that discusses things motorists should know before traveling in winter weather conditions. Topics such as planning a trip, tires, driving techniques and hypothermia are addressed to help anyone prepare or deal with situations such as stalled, stranded or snowed-in cars.
In addition, the publication suggests items to keep in the car such as a specific supply of food, clothing and car equipment for emergencies. Wind-chill comparisons and winter weather terms are also included to help individuals assess any serious conditions outside their car.
Keep a copy of NCR 170, Stalled … but Safe, in the glovebox, just in case. To obtain a free copy, contact any ISU Extension county office or the Extension Distribution Center, 119 Printing and Publications Building, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011, (515) 294-5247.
Extension programs are available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.