Winter Weather Information
It’s not too early to start preparing for the winter months ahead. Make sure to prepare for winter weather at home and in the car and create a communication and disaster plan with your family ahead to time
Emergency car kit.
cell phone, portable charger and extra batteries
extra items to stay warm such as extra hats, coats, mittens and blankets
flashlight and extra batteries
water and snack food
first aid kit and any necessary medications
pocket knife
cat litter or sand to help tires get traction
shovel
jumper cables
flares or reflective triangle
map
Prepare your Car:
check antifreeze levels
battery and ignition system
brakes
fuel and air filters
lights and flashing hazard lights
exhaust system
windshield wiper equipment and washer fluid
heater & defroster
oil
windshield scraper
thermostat
make sure tires have enough tread and are properly inflated
Home emergency supply kit
The following items are recommended:
Prescription medications and glasses
water and non perishable food for several days (make sure to include protein rich food)
manual can opener to open non perishable food containers
extra cell phone battery or charger
battery powered or hand crank ratio for NOAA Weather Radio tone alerts and extra batteries
Pet food, water and supplies for your pet
first aid kit
whistle to signal for help
Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records in a portable waterproof container
Cash and change (if power is out the registers and credit card machines at business will not work)
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
Complete change of clothing
Matches in a waterproof container
Mess kits (paper cups, plates and disposable utensils, paper towels, moist towelettes, garage bags)
non sparking wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Local Safety Assistance:
As winter approaches it is time to think about home safety. It is important to salt and/or sand driveways and sidewalks to prevent falls. Buckets of sand are available to residents, free of charge. If you would like to receive a bucket of sand, please contact They can contact Michael Gaudette via phone at 603-973-3208 or email at Michael@gaudettenh.com to arrange the delivery of a bucket.