Acton Free Press (Acton, ON), February 4, 1981, p. 25

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If a blizzard traps you car is prepared for winter you have your storm kit you are wearing appropri ate clothing and you get caught in a blizzard Here are some pointers to follow until help arrives Stay in the car You are more likely to be found there than it you go wandering around in a blizzard and become disoriented from blowing snow Keep a window open a bit for fresh air Freezing wet snow can completely seal you in and seal out oxygen Beware of carbon mon oxide the silent killer Run the motor and heater sparing ly and only with a window open for ventilation Clap your hands and move your arms and legs vigorously from time to time Do not stay in one position for long Turn on the dome light at night to make your car visible to work crews In the car don t all sleep at the same time Take turns keeping watch Above ail dont Blizzard Conditions are indicated by the following Wind speeds of or more 2 Considerable falling and or blowing snow Temperatures of or lower Severe Blizzard Signs Wind speeds of or more Great density of falling andor blowing snow 3 Temperatures of or lower warnings might be issued with temperatures of If wind were mph or more Automotive Home Savers Home of the Handyman

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