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- Stay inside – dress in warm, layered clothing, and cover up with extra blankets.
- Close off unneeded rooms.
- When using an alternative heat source, follow operating instructions, use fire safeguards, and be sure to properly ventilate (keep a multipurpose, dry-chemical fire extinguisher nearby and know how to use it).
- Stuff towels or rags underneath doors to keep in the heat.
- Cover windows at night.
- Maintain a regular diet. Food provides the body with energy for creating its own energy.
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Infants or persons over 65 are more susceptible to the cold, check on elderly or disabled friends or neighbors. You may want to find an alternative location with friends or relatives if you cannot keep your home warm.
- Be cautious when using alternative heating, lighting, and cooking sources that may increase the risk of a fire or carbon monoxide poisoning.
