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NOTARY PUBLIC
That Infamous Check Engine Light:
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What this Common Car Alert Means
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(Family Features) It's a situation that has likely happened to you.
You're driving down Hours: the road 8:00am-7:00pm
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Tips to Help You
Weather the
Snowy Winter
(Family Features) When snow
is in the forecast, a fully stocked
shed and plan of attack can
help you weather the storm.
Regardless of the predicted
snowfall totals, it’s best to have
the appropriate tools on hand for
your home, your car and yourself.
The driveway
To clear snow from large, flat
areas, a snow blower is the best
tool. The innovative Snow Joe iON Hybrid Snow Blower eliminates the need to
run out for gas during a storm and operates on both battery and corded electric
power, giving you extended clearing time. Begin by using the rechargeable
battery to clear the areas furthest away from your home and utilize the corded
electrical power for extended use as you get closer to your house. Clear a path
as it snows, if possible, to avoid a bigger end job. Once all of the snow has been
removed, cover any slippery patches with salt or sand.
Sidewalks and pathways
Clearing sidewalks and pathways is not only courteous to your neighbors, but
in many areas it’s the law. For lighter snow, putting down ice melt a few hours
before a storm can melt snow up to 2 inches deep and keep ice from forming.
For larger storms, it’s advised to remove smaller amounts of snow several times
instead of waiting until the snow stops falling. This results in less strenuous
activity and also allows the sun to warm up the pavement, preventing ice from
forming.
The car
It’s important to keep your car stocked up for an emergency, just as you would
your home. Fill your trunk with a small survival kit, including a blanket, water,
flashlight and extra batteries. Another important tool to keep in your car in the
winter is an ice scraper. The Snow Joe illum-n-Broom is equipped with an ice
scraper and snow broom to push snow off the car without scratching the paint.
The all-in-one unit also features a flashlight and emergency blinker, so you can
address hazards and drive safely.
Yourself
While removing snow may make you work up a sweat, it’s still important to
dress warmly and keep your body covered, especially parts of the body that are
vulnerable to frostbite, such as your fingers, toes and face. Make sure that you
are equipped with a warm jacket, thick gloves and socks, and a hat that covers
your ears. Dress in layers so that you can take off pieces of clothing as your
body warms up.
For additional snow removal products that will help you weather the winter,
visit snowjoe.com.
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