Stay vigilant: The nor’easter may have passed, but the dangers haven’t
From shoveling to driving, there are dangers you need to be made aware of after a nor'easter has passed
The mid-Atlantic and Northeast were slammed with heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding when a powerful nor'easter moved through the region on Saturday.
And although conditions have drastically improved, that doesn't necessarily mean you're in the clear.
From shoveling and driving, there are dangers you need to be made aware of to keep you and your family safe.
The dangers of shoveling
The dangers of shoveling snow
Dr. Neha Raukar explains the dangers we could possibly face while shoveling snow.
The time of year is here when the chore of removing snow and ice from your sidewalk or driveway can send you to the emergency room.
To find out how to prevent yourself from becoming one of the more than 11,000 people hospitalized every year with injuries related to shoveling snow, click here.
Can your roof handle record-setting snow?
CONCORD, MA - MARCH 14: A man clears snow from the roof of a home on Sudbury Road in Concord, MA following the third nor'easter storm to hit the region in two weeks on March 14, 2018.
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Record-setting snowfall could pose serious risks to homes. Check out ways to prevent those dangers by clicking here.
The dangers of generators and furnaces
Carbon monoxide dangers following winter storms
Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas with no detectable odor. Whether you are trying to dig out your car after a snowstorm or using a backup generator during a frosty power outage, it is important to know the signs of CO poisoning and what you can do to keep your family safe.
As residents along the East Coast clean up from this weekend's nor'easter, you'll want to make sure your generator and outdoor furnace are in working order to keep you and your family safe. Find out more by clicking here.
A hat can be your friend in cold weather
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It's more than a fashion statement. A warm hat can keep you safe and warm when temperatures drop. Click here to find out why.
Frostbite & Hypothermia
FOX Weather Explains: Frostbite and Hypothermia
FOX Weather meteorologists Kendall Smith and Stephen Morgan explain the signs and symptoms of frostbite and hypothermia as we head into the winter months.
As it gets colder and the wind picks up, you're at risk for frostbite and hypothermia. We've got a few stories to explain what they are and how to stay safe:
Heater Safety
How to use a space heater safely
Bobby O'Brien, co-founder of New York Fire Consultants, explains how to properly and safely use space heaters during the winter.
It's time to turn up the heat, but first, there are some steps to take to stay safe while keeping warm. Click here to see how.
And because of the dangers of fires and carbon monoxide poisoning, don't try to fix a heater yourself. To find out why you need to leave it to the professionals, click here.
Protect your pets
Keys to protecting your pets during the winter months
Stephanie Liff, Medical Director at Pure Paws Vet Care of Clinton Hill, walks us through key tips to help protect our pets during the winter months.
It's common to use ice melts to keep stairs, sidewalks and driveways from building up ice. But they can be dangerous for your pet. Click here to find out why.
Winter Driving
Crash course in navigating icy road conditions without antilock brake system
FOX Weather correspondent Max Gorden is in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where he took a crash course in winter driving.
Being prepared can keep you safe and save you from costly auto-body and towing fees. Check out 7 things you need to know about winter driving by clicking here.
And if you do drive when it's snowing, you're going to want these items in your car in case you get stuck.