Be prepared for changing weather conditions. As the seasons change, so should your preparedness for routine and long-distance travel and impacts to property.
Emergency travel kits
Fall and winter:
- Warm clothing - hats, mittens, jackets.
- Warm, waterproof boots the good treads.
- Sand or kitty litter for traction.
- Flashlights and extra batteries. Check regularly to make sure batteries are charged.
- First aid kit. Check at least twice a year to make sure contents are not expired.
- Blankets/sleeping bag.
- Non-perishable food (granola bars, nuts, dried fruit, etc.).
- Bottled water. Check regularly to make sure it is not expired..
- Booster cables.
- Flares, triangles or other reflective objects.
Spring and summer
- Lightweight clothing for sun protection.
- Lightweight hats for sun protection.
- Sunscreen with SPF of 15 or higher. Check regularly to make sure it is not expired.
- Insect repellent. Check regularly to make sure it is not expired.
- Sturdy walking shoes and socks.
- Sand or kitty litter for traction.
- Flashlights and extra batteries. Check regularly to make sure batteries are charged.
- First aid kit. Check at least twice a year to make sure contents are not expired.
- Blankets/sleeping bag.
- Non-perishable food (granola bars, nuts, dried fruit, etc.).
- Bottled water. Check regularly to make sure it is not expired.
- Booster cables.
- Flares, triangles or other reflective objects.
Storm drain maintenance
Storms drains help keep storm water off roads and streets in the urban areas. When the drains are clogged with leaves, plants and other debris, the water “ponds,” sometimes causing flooding on streets, bike lanes, adjacent sidewalks and properties.
When removing debris from the drains, please follow these tips:
- Clear drains before rains begin.
- Do not use your hands to remove debris. Use a shovel, broom or rake.
- Make sure you wear gloves to protect your hands.
- Wear reflective clothes so that drivers can see you.
- Remove debris within 10 feet of drain along the curbs.
- Bag all organic material (leaves, grasses, etc.) and place it in a yard-waste container. Trash and other non-organic debris should be bagged and placed in garbage bins.
- NEVER lift a storm drain grate.
- If a storm drain remains clogged even after cleaning, contact Clean Water Services at 503-547-8100.