Snow can make children squeal with delight, but it can also make adults snort with dread and frustration. The association tries to remove snow and ice quickly and safely from roads and walkways, while still allowing the kids to have some fun. In the meantime, please keep these cold-weather tips in mind:
The association has shovels and salt available for good-Samaritan residents who wish to help out with the sidewalks. Shoveling can be good exercise, but pace yourself and drink plenty of water.
Please ask your kids to use the designated sledding areas. They’re safer for your children and easier on our landscaping. Make sure sledders have a buddy and only sled during daylight hours.
If possible, clear the snow away from fire hydrants near your home, for everyone’s safety.
When you warm up your car, wait a few minutes before turning on the heat to give the windshield time to adjust. Drastic rapid changes in temperature can crack the windshield. That includes pouring warm water on cold glass outside or immediately blasting your defroster inside the car. If you just can’t wait, consider using de-icer sprays instead, which are quick and effective. Rain-X de-icer wiper fluid, or similar products, prevents ice from bonding to your windshield making your scraping job much easier.
Keep a supply of drinking water and food on hand. And remember to keep blankets, flashlights and warm clothes handy. If you lose power, it’s up to you to call the utility company before you call us.
Don’t expect to see the snow plows until at least XX inches of snow have accumulated—that’s what we’ve contracted for. Please keep this in mind before calling us with your reminders and questions. In cold weather, don’t go out if you don’t have to, and be smart: stay warm.
