When winter weather turns severe, it is important to listen to weather forecasts regularly, and check your emergency supplies whenever a period of extreme cold is predicted.
Slick conditions, frigid wind chills and ice covered power lines are just some of the threats severe winter weather may bring. Prepare yourself for snowy and icy conditions by reviewing the information on this page.
Power Outage Safety
Posted: Wed, 20 Jan 2010
Category: Severe Weather
As an ice storm blankets a large portion of Iowa today, the Iowa Department of Public Health urges residents to be prepared should power outages occur.
Weathering Winter's Worst
Posted: Tue, 5 Jan 2010
Category: Severe Weather
With arctic cold temperatures forecast in Iowa through week’s end, IDPH reminds Iowans that frigid conditions are not only uncomfortable; they can also be dangerous.
IDPH News - Icy Conditions Predicted for Iowa
Posted: Tue, 22 Dec 2009
Category: Severe Weather
Forecasters are predicting another major winter storm will spread across the state through Friday. Freezing rain and sleet are expected to be part of the wintry mix. IDPH reminds Iowans to be careful to avoid slips and falls.
Bitter Cold Blankets Iowa
Posted: Thu, 10 Dec 2009
Category: Severe Weather
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) reminds Iowans to protect themselves against the extremely cold air and the wind chill.
Snow Shoveling Safety
Posted: Wed, 9 Dec 2009
Category: Severe Weather
As the state digs out from the first winter storm of the season, IDPH encourages Iowans to remember their health as they clear their driveways and sidewalks.
