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Knowit Winter Survival

Winter survival: Don’t be caught unprepared when the snow, ice and cold of winter strikes. Know It: Winter Survival provides expert tips and suggestions, as well as other shared information from those who have experience in handling winter conditions.
Don't be caught unprepared for snow and ice this winter. The consequences can be too severe.

You can get your vehicles, your home and your family ready for winter conditions with advice from experts in all three areas in “know it: Winter Survival."

They will give you useful tips to help you avoid major problems and survive the challenges of winter weather.

You'll learn what equipment they recommend you carry in your vehicle and how to drive in snow and ice, what you should do to make sure your home is ready for the cold, and how to dress if you have to be outside.

Whether you plan to make a trip, or just stay around the house, “know it: Winter Survival” can help you.

Don’t let winter drafts get you down

Are you shivering and bundling up inside your house? If your thermostat is set at the desired temperature, your furnace runs continuously, your utility bills are ridiculously high, but you are still cold, it is probably because energy is escaping your house.

Safe driving in winter conditions

Wed, Nov 19, 2008 | Comments Comment on this article0

If you think you’re an expert at driving in winter, you may be making a big mistake. When you least expect it, even in Oklahoma, where the landscape primarily affords you a clear view of miles of roadway, you can succumb to false security and lose control.

Energy tips for homes in the winter

Thu, Nov 20, 2008 | Comments Comment on this article1

Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. offers these energy-saving tips for the winter:

Surviving outdoors during winter weather

Fri, Nov 21, 2008 | Comments Comment on this article1

With winter approaching, people who plan on being outdoors during the cold months are encouraged to use precautions to avoid winter-related health problems.

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Feb 10A new study has discovered colder temperatures increase the blood...

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Jan 30Oklahoma City parents and teachers react differently when it comes...

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Jan 28Edmond students enjoy sledding during snow day.

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Jan 27Passengers waiting at Will Rogers World Airport wait for the...

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Winter Survival Articles

Don’t let winter drafts get you down Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Are you shivering and bundling up inside your house? If your thermostat is set at the desired temperature, your furnace runs continuously, your utility bills are ridiculously high, but you are...
Damp, blustery start to week in Oklahoma Sun, Nov 15, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Rain, gusty winds and cooler temperatures will mark the beginning of the week in Oklahoma today and Monday, but relatively pleasant mid-autumn weather should finish it out. A system of colder air...
Some may see snow in Oklahoma Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 A potent storm system will bring cooler temperatures, a chance of showers and thunderstorms and some possible snowfall to Oklahoma beginning today. The National Weather Service said precipitation...
Today is 'Winter Weather Preparedness Day' Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Soon, temperatures will make their way toward freezing, accompanied by the opportunity for snow and ice – making this a good time for Oklahomans to become winter weather prepared. Toward that...
Norman has free trees for residents Wed, Nov 4, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 NORMAN — Some free trees are still available for Norman residents in the city’s latest tree giveaway. Seven species are available: bald cypress, trident maple, shumard oak, eastern...
As snow eases in West, storms turn fatal in South Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — While residents in some Western and Plains states were digging out Friday after an early blast of snow, heavy rain and strong winds that toppled trees, power lines and...
Moscow’s mayor set to battle snowfall Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 MOSCOW — Moscow’s mercurial mayor, famous for seeding clouds to prevent rain during parades, plans to slash this year’s snowfall by one-fifth in the Russian capital. Mayor Yuri...
Averages offer some clues to Oklahoma's winter prediction Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Less than a month into fall, the question frequently asked is about what can be expected in terms of winter weather, specifically from December through February. The National Oceanic and...
Frosty winter weather on it's way for Oklahoma City-metro Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Winter doesn’t officially arrive until Dec. 21. However, it’s common for the Oklahoma City metro area to experience winterlike weather while it is still fall. And often, the risk for...
Gloomy weather today and tomorrow in Oklahoma; state had first freeze overnight Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Low clouds, the chance for drizzle and cool temperatures will make for a dreary end to the weekend today in Oklahoma, but ever-changing weather patterns could bring sunny skies and pleasant fall...
Freeze warning for Oklahoma Panhandle until Sunday morning Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for the Oklahoma Panhandle and five northwest counties until Sunday morning. Harper, Woods, Ellis, Woodward and Roger Mills counties are...
Winter-like weather this weekend in Oklahoma Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Some parts of Oklahoma could see winter-like weather over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for Cimarron and Texas counties in the Oklahoma Panhandle for early...
New baby means big changes for Oklahoman writer Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 NORMAN — Everything changes, and nothing changes things so much as the birth of a child. As most of you know, I’ve been filling in for Tami Althoff while she is on maternity leave....
Winter’s forecast: lower heating bills Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 WASHINGTON — There’s good news for people worried about winter heating bills. People using natural gas this winter stand to save $105, compared with last year, and propane users will...
In brief: Oklahoma Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 3 honored By group Beaver County Commissioners Richard Cowen, Brad Raven and C.J. Rose were recognized for their support of and participation in emergency management activities when the Oklahoma...
Winterizing your vehicle can help prevent issues Sat, Oct 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Did you know they put plain old water in the radiators of NASCAR cars? Yep, nothing fancy. And according to NASCAR crew chief Jimmy Fennig, they ice the water before pumping it in. He says...
Road officials preparing for winter Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 The other day I started thinking about ice storms. I received a news release from a trade group called the Salt Institute. Last year they informed me of a possible shortage of road salt. This year,...
Do hailstorms bring Oklahoma higher insurance rates? Sun, Aug 2, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 If it seems as if the sounds of hail pounding your rooftop have been more frequent the past few years, you’re not imagining things. For the period of January to June this year, Oklahoma...
Oklahoman, NewsOK earn honor Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 WASHINGTON — The Oklahoman/NewsOK.com was listed among 21 "Notable Entries” in the 2009 Knight-Batten Award for Innovations in Journalism. The New York Times won top honors for its...
Snow aid has Woodward county and city Emergency Management Director Matt Lehenbauer steamed Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 WOODWARD — Woodward county and city Emergency Management Director Matt Lehenbauer is hopping mad. He’s upset because the Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved only limited...



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