Winter Safety Tips When winter temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying warm and safe can become a challenge. Taking preventive action is your best defense against having to deal with extreme cold-weather conditions. Serious health problems can result from prolonged exposure to the cold. The most common cold-related problems are hypothermia and frostbite. We have collected the resources on this page to help individuals, families, neighborhoods and businesses prepare for and cope with the cold weather of our New Jersey winters. Useful Information Wind Chill Temperature Index  Winter Storms and Extreme Cold (ready.gov) What You Should Know About Winter Weather (CDC)  Home Fire Prevention Winter/Holiday Fire Safety  Outdoor Safety Outdoor Action Guide To Hypothermia And Cold Weather Injuries  Outdoor Action Guide To Winter Camping  Working Safely in the Cold  Protecting Your Home Preventing And Thawing Frozen Pipes  Protect Your Home Against Damage From Freezing Weather  Protecting Your Pets Protecting Fido From Winter Hazards  Protecting Your Plants Protecting Plants During Cold Weather  If You Or Your Family Need Help This Winter NJ211.org  provides a searchable directory of available services. Additional Resources Back to Top