WINTER STORM TIPS FROM AT&T

We’re still holding tight here in DC and Maryland in anticipation of Winter Storm Juno hitting the area. Regardless of the severity of a winter storm, you should be prepared in order to remain safe during these events.

Here are some tips from AT&T on how you can use your phone to stay safe and connected as we track the weather to see how it will impact the DMV area:

• Become an Amateur Storm Tracker: Use weather apps, like AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, Weatherbug or Weathermob to track the storm.
• Take Advantage of Emergency Services Apps: Download apps like Winter Survival Kit, which will help you find your current location, call 911, notify your friends and family, calculate how long you can run your engine to keep warm and stay safe from carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Keep Your Phone Charged: Make sure all of your devices are charged before the storm arrives. Car chargers and portable back up battery chargers are really convenient.
• USE TXT MSGING: During an emergency situation, text messages go through quicker than voice calls because they require less system resources.
• Use Your Phone as a Flashlight: There are a number of apps out there for all phones that can turn your phone into an effective flashlight in case of power outage.

Stay warm!