Blizzards are severe winterstorms that pack a combination of blowing snow and wind resulting in very low visibilities. While heavy snowfalls and severe cold often accompany blizzards, they are not required. Sometimes strong winds pick up snow that has already fallen, creating a blizzard. Keep alert and stay tuned to TV, radio, and other sources of weather information. Plan and prepare now for severe winter weather .
Blizzards can create a variety of dangerous conditions.
Make sure your automobile is properly equipped and that you have emergency supplies in case you become stranded or lost. The strong winds and cold temperatures accompanying blizzards can combine to create another danger. For instance, a strong wind combined with a temperature of just below freezing can have the same effect as a still air temperature about 35 degrees colder. A wind chill chart may be used to estimate the wind chill factor. Exposure to low wind chill values can result in frostbite or hypothermia.