Why You Should be Winter Ready - December

Stay Safe During Winter Travel

Travel during the winter has unique risks, especially if you travel by car. Being prepared can help you “expect the unexpected” so your trip isn’t ruined by common problems travelers face in the winter.

Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition before you travel.
Keep your gas tank as full as you can. A full tank will also keep the fuel line from freezing.
Install good winter tires and make sure they have enough tread, or any chains or studs required in your local area.
When driving, increase your following distance from 3-4 seconds to 5-6 seconds. It takes longer to slow down and stop on icy roads.
Every vehicle should have an emergency supply kit in the trunk. Kits should be checked every six months and expired items should be replaced regularly.

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Holiday Online Shopping Tips

-Protect your devices by keeping the software up-todate. These include items like mobile phones, computers, and tablets, but also appliances,electronics, and children’s toys.

-Once you’ve purchased an internet connected device, change the default password and use different strong passwords for each one. Consider using a password manager to help.

-Check the devices’ privacy and security settings to make sure you understand how your information will be used and stored. Also make sure you’re not sharing more information than you want or need to provide.

-Don’t click links or download attachments unless you’re confident of where they came from. If you’re unsure if an email is legitimate, type the URL of the retailer or other company into your web browser as opposed to clicking the link.

For more information on Holiday Shopping Safety - https://www.cisa.gov/resources-tools/resources/holiday-online-shopping-tips

Public Alerts

Public Alerts can be sent to inform or request the public for assistance. Public Alerts can be sent on land line telephones, cellular and smart phones, North Dakota Lottery messaging boards and Interstate Highway messaging boards.

LaMoure County can send a public alert through its CodeRED system. Please consider signing up your cellular or smart phone to receive a call or text message. LaMoure County can also request a Statewide alert if the criteria is met for an Amber, Silver or Blue Alert. For more information:

https://ndresponse.gov/alert

Please consider signing up for the CodeRED system !

The first Wednesday of each month the outdoor warning sirens are tested at appoximately 11:00AM during the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.