Have disaster supplies on at all times. Lower the thermostat to 65 degrees during the day and 55 degrees at night to conserve fuel. If you go out to shovel snow, do a few stretching exercises to warm up your body. Also take frequent breaks. Keep dry Avoid overexertion.
Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart.
Unaccustomed exercise such as shoveling snow or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse. Be aware of symptoms of dehydration. Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. A winter storm watch indicates that severe winter weather may affect your area. A winter storm warning indicates that severe winter weather conditions are definitely on the way.