The temperature is often below zero degrees Fahrenheit. Because of freezing temperatures, people's cars do not start. In addition, the cold temperatures cause frostbite that stings toes and fingers. During the winter, people get snowed in. Many people are unable to get to work because the snowdrifts can get as high as the houses, and the snow blankets over everything.
People have to shovel driveways and sidewalks.
Even though winters are difficult, we learn to withstand them and have a lot of fun. In winter, North Dakotans must be prepared for any kind of weather. It is important to keep a survival kit in cars at all times while travelling in North Dakota. Extra batteries, a flashlight, matches, and candles are important in the home, because you never know when the power may go out. Canned food provides food if the power goes out.