Cold Weather Hazards and Information

The National Weather Service has issued a forecast for subfreezing weather extending into next week.The Whatcom County Health Department is working with the Division of Emergency Management, the City of Bellingham Office of Emergency Management, and the Mt. Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross to notify the public of the risks associated with cold weather click this link to find information on Carbon Monoxide carbon monoxide poisoning from improper indoor heating, as well as other hazards.

When the power goes out there are dangers click here for life saving information  power goes .If you use a generator to restore power click here for tips on use  generator Winter weather presents all kinds of challenges to residents of Whatcom County,prepare for those challenges.

Whatcom County Emergency Management has information that you can use before,during and after a disaster.If shelters are opened that information will be here.

http://www.whatcomcounty.us/dem/events/events.jsp

                Incident Hotline (recording)
                (360) 738-4551

CIty of Bellingham Office of Emergency Managment

http://www.cob.org/services/safety/emergencies/

American Red Cross Mt. Baker Chapter

http://www.mtbakerredcross.org/

Joe Bates
Whatcom County
voice: (360) 676-6707 x52510
voice: (360) 220-6654
311 Grand Ave
Bellingahm, Wa 98225
jbates@co.whatcom.wa.us

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