City And County Of Broomfield: Winter Weather

Press release from the City and County of Broomfield:

February 22, 2022

Broomfield crews are preparing for an Arctic cold front forecasted to bring very cold temperatures and prolonged snow to Broomfield. What you can do to prepare:

• Limit driving if you can, or pack an emergency car kit if you can’t . Car Kit should include the following: 
  • Coats, hats and gloves
  • Blanket
  • Windshield ice scraper and snow brush
  • Flashlight and small tool kit
  • Shovel and road salt/sand 
  • Basic First aid kit
  • Tow Chain or rope 
  • Cell phone charger 
• Avoid parking on the street (especially in cul de sacs) to make way for plows 
• Prepare for potential power outages at home with extra blankets, batteries, etc. 
• Prepare your home for winter conditions by keeping your heat on to a minimum of 55 degrees, and dripping faucets if temperatures drop below 10 degrees. (See more information on preventing frozen pipes.)  
• Contact your friends and neighbors that might need assistance preparing for or responding to high snowfall and make a response plan. 

Follow along online to stay informed  throughout the storm:

• Subscribe to the “Happening Now” email list at Broomfield.org/BinTheLoop 
• Follow Broomfield Social Media Channels:
  • Facebook.com/Broomfield 
  • Facebook.com/BroomfieldPD
  • Facebook.com/NorthMetroFire
  • Twitter.com/Broomfield 
  • Twitter.com/BroomfieldPD
  • Twitter.com/nmfirepio

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This press release was produced by the City and County of Broomfield. The views expressed are the author's own.