Keep children and pets away from heating equipment. Fuel-filled equipment should be filled outdoors when completely cool. Winter storms can happen quickly and sometimes without warning. The Nebraska Forest Service urges residents to get ready for winter weather now while there is time to prepare. If your car gets stuck during a storm, stay with it.
Many people die when they try to walk to safety.
The best way to eliminate fires caused by combustibles is to eliminate the unnecessary combustibles from your household. Undertake a general housecleaning. Get rid of all unnecessary things that could give fire a place to start - such as greasy or oily rags, paint, wood, paper, and other general rubbish. Check your attic, closets, and basements for all combustibles. Pay particular attention to aerosol cans and their contents.