How to Prepare for Winter Weather
Experts predict the 2022-2023 winter season will feature above-average temperatures for the third year in a row.
But as AlertMedia’s Senior Meteorologist Jason Moreland explains, that doesn’t mean we’re in for a winter without incident. The forecast includes a high likelihood of significant winter weather events as well as a wide range of downstream impacts that organizations and their employees should prepare for.
In this episode, Jason breaks down:
- The surprising effect of warmer temperatures on winter weather events
- How weaknesses in the polar vortex impact North America
- How the third consecutive La Niña will affect the 22-23 winter season
- Tips for assessing and mitigating winter weather threats
- How to plan ahead for secondary impacts of winter weather
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.
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