BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz issued a travel advisory for the county Tuesday morning as high winds were forecasted to impact the region.
The county provided some tips in preparation for the high winds which you can find below:
Road and Vehicle Safety:
- If a stop light is out, treat it as a 4-way stop. Go through the intersection with caution.
- Always assume power lines are live. NEVER drive over downed wires. If you are driving in an area with downed trees or utility poles, slow down, scan the road and stay away from any debris that may be caught in a downed wire.
Prevent Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning:
- Never use a generator inside your home or garage, even if doors and windows are open.
- Only use generators outside, more than 20 feet away from your home, doors, and windows.
- Don’t heat your house with a gas oven.
- Seek immediate medical help if you suspect CO poisoning and are feeling dizzy, light-headed, or nauseated.
- For more information: https://www.dhses.ny.gov/generator-safety
Always a good idea:
- Keep devices charged
- Stay up-to-date with weather forecasts
- Check on your neighbors
- For more winter weather preparedness tips: www.erie.gov/winter
