Following a weekend of snowfall, the Moore County Department of Public Safety has issued updates for county operations and safety reminders for navigating snow, ice, and freezing temperatures.
Reminders for Hypothermia and Safety around Frozen Bodies of Water
With the extended period of cold temperatures, some bodies of water have a thin layer of ice on top of the water. Please talk to your children about staying off the ice. While it is beautiful to look at, it can be deadly for people and their pets if you venture onto the ice. It cannot hold your weight. If you have even the slightest doubt about the safety of the ice, stay off it. Nothing is ever worth a fall into frigid water.
Moving water – rivers, streams, and springs – weakens ice by wearing it away from underneath. Avoid going on ice on rivers and streams, or where a river or stream enters a lake, pond, or reservoir.
When you are outside, frostbite and hypothermia are possible, so you need to protect yourself. Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Wear a hat. Try to stay dry and out of the wind. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold. Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves.
Moore County Hours of Operations for Monday, February 2
Moore County Governmental Offices will be closed on Monday, February 2
Park and Recreation activities will be cancelled for Monday, February 2
Collections Site and Landfill will be closed on Monday, February 2
Moore County Library Branches will be closed on Monday, February 2
Moore County Transportation will be closed on Monday, February 2
All activities at the Senior Enrichment Center will be closed on Monday, February 2
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Article contributed by Moore County Department of Public Safety. Photo by Sandhills Sentinel publisher BJ Goodridge.
