EDGEMERE COMMUNITY CIVIC ASSOCIATION, INC. NEWSLETTER

Greetings Neighbor,

The National Weather Service has issued the following:

Where: NYC

When: 1:00 PM on 1/19 until 4:00 AM on 1/20

Hazards: Between 3 and 5 inches of snow. These conditions may cause significant travel difficulties. Use mass transit if possible.

Preparedness Actions:

• Use caution when driving, walking, or biking, and allow for additional travel time

• Check on neighbors, friends, and relatives, especially the elderly & those with disabilities, access and functional needs

• If you lose power and have a disability or access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, please dial 9-1-1.

• For fire safety, ensure every room has a working smoke alarm, test them monthly, and change batteries twice a year. Use only indoor-approved portable heaters, keeping combustible materials like furniture and drapes at least three feet away. Never drape clothes over heaters or leave them running unattended, especially around children. Always plug space heaters directly into a wall outlet—never use extension cords or power strips—and avoid using heaters with damaged cords. Turn off heating devices when not in use to reduce fire risks.

• To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure all fuel-burning appliances—such as furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and dryers—are properly vented and in good working condition. If unsure, consult a professional for inspection and repairs. Building owners must install approved carbon monoxide detectors, while occupants are responsible for maintaining them. If you have a fireplace, keep the chimney clean and free of debris. Never use gas stoves, ovens, charcoal grills, kerosene, propane, or oil-burning heaters to heat your home—kerosene and propane space heaters are illegal in NYC. Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms, including headache, nausea, dizziness, trouble breathing, and loss of consciousness, can be life-threatening, with severe cases leading to permanent injury or death.

• If you require assistance for daily activities, make arrangements in advance for support during the expected weather, ensuring caregivers are aware of and prepared for the weather conditions.

For weather info, be sure to visit www.weather.gov/okx/