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| Advice given to prepare for severe winter weather | |
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| by Jill Biwer and Carol Wolowic | |
| News Editor and Staff Writer | |
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| Students are encouraged to be prepared for the
changing winter conditions. In most incidences, Wartburg will not cancel
classes due to the weather. However, if it is necessary, the
cancellation will be announced on radio stations KWAY and KUNI,
television channels 2,7, and 9, and via campus e-mail.
If classes are cancelled, every attempt will be made to notify students between 6 and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays and before 5 p.m. on Sunday. If a student, faculty member or staff member is concerned about his or her own safety, they are asked to rely on their own judgment. In regards to traveling on icy roads, hitting deer on the run, and other treacherous conditions, drivers should equip themselves for winter. Certain tips and phone numbers will keep drivers safe in case of an emergency. Some general travel tips include keeping a full tank of gas and a good car battery and checking all systems before driving. Make sure cars are equipped with a first aid kit, instant heat packs and a bag of sand or cat litter for holding candles and traction. In case of an emergency, cars should have blankets, extra clothing and candy. Phone numbers for road assistance are also helpful. Brochures outlining tips and provisions will be in mailboxes soon. State Road Condition Phone Numbers: Iowa (800) 288 Ð 1047 Minnesota (800) 542 Ð 0220 Wisconsin (800) 762 Ð 3947 South Dakota (605) 367 Ð 5707 North Dakota (701) 328 Ð 4418 Nebraska (402) 471 Ð 4533 Illinois (800) 452 - 4368 |
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