Arlington Police Share Cold Weather Tips

ARLINGTON, MA—Arlington’s in for a deep freeze this weekend, and residents should take appropriate precautions.

Arlington is set to see a low of -8 degrees Sunday and a low of -4 degrees on Saturday. With that in mind, Arlington Police have shared tips from State Trooper Dustin Fitch about how to handle this weekend’s frigid temperatures.

The tips are as follows:

• Check on elderly neighbors
• Check your home’s heating fuel
• If you lose heat, seal off unused rooms with blankets and towels
• Dress in layers
• Keep outdoor activities to a minimum
• Beware of frostbite; loss of feeling in fingertips can be a symptom
• Keep your vehicle fuel tank at least half full
• Have spare batteries
• Watch for freezing pipes in your home, let water trickle if needed to prevent it.
• Keep mobile devices charged
• Bring pets indoors. They can get frostbite and hypothermia too.