On Friday, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued a public service announcement about an approaching winter storm expected to impact the United States over the weekend. The storm is forecasted to bring heavy snow, dangerous freezing rain, and life-threatening wind chills. According to Secretary Noem, power outages and road closures are anticipated in the Midwest, East Coast, and some parts of the South.
“This weekend, the United States will experience a severe winter storm capable of producing heavy snow, dangerous freezing rain, and life-threatening wind chills. Power outages, road closures, and other impacts are expected to hit the Midwest, the East Coast, and even parts of the South,” said Secretary Noem. “I ask that all of you stay ready, stay alert, and prepare accordingly. The most important thing you can do is stay off the roads – for your own safety, but to also ensure that emergency services can get to where they need to go. Stay alert by keeping up with announcements from the state, the local, and federal agencies. And stay prepared by visiting ready.gov for resources. Thank you, and be safe.”
The Department of Homeland Security recommends that Americans visit ready.gov for guidance on how to prepare for severe weather events like this one.
