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As part of Winter Weather Awareness Week, Nov. 30 through Dec. 6,
Cumberland County Emergency Services urges residents to update their
emergency plans and stock their emergency supplies kits.
"No matter if there is a severe winter storm in the forecast or a mild
one, it is prudent for us all to be on the ready for whatever Mother
Nature throws our way," said Gene Booth, Cumberland County
Emergency Management Coordinator. "When winter weather warnings
are issued, be prepared for possible power outages or roads made
impassable by snow or ice."
Follow these basic winter safety tips:
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store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood.
• Properly vent kerosene heaters and keep any electric generators
OUTSIDE and away from any open windows or doors to prevent
carbon monoxide poisoning. Also, do not burn charcoal indoors. Carbon
monoxide poisoning can result from charcoal fumes indoors.
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• Always keep at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food on hand.
• Wear multiple layers of thin clothing instead of a single layer of thick
clothing to stay warm.
• If you must travel during a winter storm, store an emergency kit in
your vehicle that includes: blankets, a battery-powered radio with extra
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litter (for tire traction), a tow rope, bottled water and non-perishable
high-energy foods such as granola bars, extra clothing to keep dry, and a
windshield scraper and brush.
Low Income Energy
Assistance Available
Prepare for Winter Weather
On Dec. 1, the Salvation Army will begin
accepting applications for the North
Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance
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The federally-funded program provides a one-time vendor payment to
help eligible households pay their heating bills. Household income must
not exceed 130 percent of the poverty level. All households must apply
for LIEAP; there are no automatic approvals.
During the month of December, priority will be given to households
with an elderly member age 60 and above or a disabled person receiving
services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services. Priority
applications will be accepted through Dec. 31 or until funds are
exhausted.
Applications for all other households will be accepted Jan. 2 through
March 31, or until funds are expended.
The Salvation Army manages the program for the Department of
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North Carolina
Emergency Management
also has a free ReadyNC mobile app that
provides real-time trac, weather, shelter
and evacuation information and phone
numbers for North Carolina power
companies to report outages.
Fruit Tree Workshop
Cooperative Extension will host a fruit tree production workshop
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Mountain Dr. The free workshop is for people interested in getting
started with fruit tree production or who want help with managing
their current fruit trees.
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information about the workshop or other programs at Cooperative
Extension, call Urban Horticulture Extension Agent Theresa Williams
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