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February 9, 2010, 3:10 p.m. – Carroll County’s Emergency Operations Center will activate today at 3 p.m. to coordinate response efforts during the latest winter storm. While not expected to produce quite as much snow as the most recent blizzard, the latest storm will bring stronger winds, increasing the chance of power outages.
A major concern for emergency managers is the weight of another foot of snow on top of earlier accumulation. Carroll County’s building code requires all structures to be able to manage 35 pounds per square foot on low-sloped (flat) roofs, and 30 pounds per square foot on pitched roofs.
Even with some melting on Monday, existing loads on most roofs in the region are estimated at 11 to 14 pounds per square foot. Indications that structural damage has occurred include ceilings that have cracked or dropped; problems with doors and windows not operating properly; new roof leaks; and unusual sounds. Do not go out onto a roof to investigate.
Because power outages are expected, people should be prepared to get by at least 72 hours without power. An emergency kit should include
Water – a gallon per person per day. Have more on hand if you have pets. Households with wells should also store additional water in case power is lost to their pumps.
Flashlight with batteries. High winds increase the likelihood for power outages.
Battery-operated radio. Monitor local media for updated weather conditions and emergency announcements.
Food – Keep enough non-perishable food on hand to last three days. Make sure you have a manual can opener.
Medications – Fill any prescriptions now that you may need through Monday.
A complete list of recommended emergency supplies can be found at www.ReadySetGood.org. A non-emergency information line will be staffed throughout the storm. Carroll County residents can call 1-888-543-8362. Updates will also be posted periodically on Twitter by @CarrollCoMD.
20100209 sdosm Carroll Co govt Major winter storm Carroll Co Govt News, Public Safety Carroll Co Emerg Resp, Weather Winter, Weather Winter Snow
http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/02/carroll-county-government-major-winter.html http://tinyurl.com/ylsc7wk
Carroll County MD govt: Major winter storm – prepare for Latest storm to bring heavy snow, high winds http://tinyurl.com/ylsc7wk
February 9, 2010, 3:10 p.m. – Carroll County’s Emergency Operations Center will activate today at 3 p.m. to coordinate response efforts during the latest winter storm. While not expected to produce quite as much snow as the most recent blizzard, the latest storm will bring stronger winds, increasing the chance of power outages.
A major concern for emergency managers is the weight of another foot of snow on top of earlier accumulation. Carroll County’s building code requires all structures to be able to manage 35 pounds per square foot on low-sloped (flat) roofs, and 30 pounds per square foot on pitched roofs.
Even with some melting on Monday, existing loads on most roofs in the region are estimated at 11 to 14 pounds per square foot. Indications that structural damage has occurred include ceilings that have cracked or dropped; problems with doors and windows not operating properly; new roof leaks; and unusual sounds. Do not go out onto a roof to investigate.
Because power outages are expected, people should be prepared to get by at least 72 hours without power. An emergency kit should include
Water – a gallon per person per day. Have more on hand if you have pets. Households with wells should also store additional water in case power is lost to their pumps.
Flashlight with batteries. High winds increase the likelihood for power outages.
Battery-operated radio. Monitor local media for updated weather conditions and emergency announcements.
Food – Keep enough non-perishable food on hand to last three days. Make sure you have a manual can opener.
Medications – Fill any prescriptions now that you may need through Monday.
A complete list of recommended emergency supplies can be found at www.ReadySetGood.org. A non-emergency information line will be staffed throughout the storm. Carroll County residents can call 1-888-543-8362. Updates will also be posted periodically on Twitter by @CarrollCoMD.
20100209 sdosm Carroll Co govt Major winter storm Carroll Co Govt News, Public Safety Carroll Co Emerg Resp, Weather Winter, Weather Winter Snow
http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/02/carroll-county-government-major-winter.html http://tinyurl.com/ylsc7wk
Carroll County MD govt: Major winter storm – prepare for Latest storm to bring heavy snow, high winds http://tinyurl.com/ylsc7wk
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